Rodents
Rat Partially Chews Face Off Girl's Barbie in 'Horror Movie' Situation
"In the Malibu dreamhouse no one can hear you scream," commented one Twitter user.
Hamsters Vs Guinea Pigs — the Best Pet for Children, According to Experts
Pet ownership marks an important chapter in any child's life, with parents often opting for pocket sized creatures. Hamsters vs guinea pigs —which is the best animal for a child to look after?
All the Fruits and Foods Your Hamster Can (and Can't) Eat
Can hamsters eat grapes? Fruit is loved by vegetarian and omnivore animals alike, but which are safe for your rodent's consumption and which should be avoided?
Video Shows Face-Off Between Woman and Squirrel: 'It Did Indeed Jump at Me'
"When it ran past the screen I just about lost it lmao," a commenter wrote under the viral TikTok video.
10 Weird Facts You Didn't Know About Hamsters
Hamsters may be adorable animals, but the fluffy pets have a few peculiarities owners should be aware of.
America's 10 Most Rat-Infested Cities
Rodent activity increases during the cold weather as rats seek shelter in warm areas with food and water.
Rats 'the Size of Cats' Can Infiltrate Homes Via Toilets Says Expert
Being forced to stay indoors during the lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to fewer food sources outside for rats.
Recent Flooding May Have Exterminated Hundreds of Thousands of Rats in NYC
Many of the surviving rats are reportedly seeking safer ground inside people's homes and in city parks.
Chipmunks Test Positive for Plague Near Lake Tahoe, Leading to Closures
Today, the frightening disease that caused the Black Death "is treatable with commonly available antibiotics," the CDC said.
Farmer Criticized for Burning Rodents Alive in Viral TikTok
The video has sparked intense debate online, with many viewers calling the actions "cruel" and "heartless."
Woman Finds Newborn Baby Mice Under Blanket in Her Farmhouse Bed
The pink, hairless baby rodents made their home in Olivia Longstaff's comforter at her Idaho farmhouse.
It's Colonel Sanders' Birthday, But KFC Has Had Its Fair Share of Scandals
KFC has come under fire a number of times in recent years for all kinds of accusations including racism, serving old food, and mutant chickens.
What Is a 'Super Rat'?
"These rats are fighting with one another; now the adults are killing the young in the nest and cannibalizing the pups."
We Really Did Use 'Cannons' to Get Rid of Rodents in the 19th Century
It may look like the wildest piece from a game of 'Mousetrap,' but don't be fooled, this trap is a dangerous weapon.
Kushner Should 'Look in the Mirror' On Rodent-Infested Apartments: MD AG
"Their argument is that this is all political and I think all you have to do is read the statement of charges," Attorney General Brian Frosh told Newsweek. "The living conditions—these apartments were not habitable."
Rats Have Been Trained to Drive Cars for Science
While the undertaking sounds like an intriguing proposition in and of itself, the purpose of the study is to highlight the importance of enriched environments in lab-based animal studies.
Poor Dining Hall Conditions Prompt Hunger Strike at the Citadel
An apparent infestation of rodents and other poor conditions have prompted cadets at the Citadel, the famed military academy in South Carolina, to go on a hunger strike.
Horrific Photos Show Florida Fast-food Restaurant Overrun by Rats, Roaches
"Since day one it's been infestation after infestation," a former employee claimed on Facebook.
Video: Scurrying Mice Run Atop Burger King Buns
A Delaware Burger King briefly closed down after a short video showed a pair of rodents racing around on top of the fast-food chain's packaged sesame seed buns.
Island Wins War Against Rats That Ate Rare Birds
It took seven years and $13.5 million to clear South Georgia of rats.
What Is Hantavirus? Woman Dies of Rodent-spread Disease
Her family has no idea how she contracted the incredibly rare disease.
Lawsuit Claims Man Was Bitten by Rat at Disney World
The lawsuit seeks over $15,000 in damages and alleges that the husband has had "debilitating medical problems."
Woman Mistakes Rare Hantavirus Symptoms for Flu
Symptoms mimic the flu and there are no known cures or treatments.
Cheating Prairie Voles Have Worse Memories
Males more likely to stray may forget where past antagonistic interactions took place.
New Yorkers: The Rats Are Taking Over
Rat complaints to the city's 311 hotline have reached a recent high of 24,000 so far this year.