Rat populations are growing in cities around the world because of climate change. A new study explains why this is happening ...

Dr Chris Faulkes’ research into evolution and biodiversity led to the discovery of two new mole-rat species in Tanzania. His team’s assessment for one of the species to be given ‘Endangered’ status, ...

One thing is certain: They’re everywhere. NEW YORK CITY Adaptable and smart, rats of several species have evolved to thrive in major cities—yet the sight of a rat scurrying across West ...

but also be applied to the creation of offspring of all types of animals, as well as reproductive medicine. More information: Hiroaki Taketsuru et al, Generation of rat offspring from ovarian ...

Several dozen rats live together in colonies led by one dominant rat—the queen. As in some insect species, the queen is the only naked mole rat female to breed and bear young. Worker animals dig ...

Extensive rodent droppings” were found, according to a letter from the food centre's building management. Read more at ...

Such cold has, yes, a chilling effect on the Big Apple's notorious rodents. But it boosts efforts to get rid of them, says city “rat czar” Kathleen Corradi. “It's stressing out rats. It’s putting them ...