Rats, roaches, and other creatures are winning against climate change, and it's bad news for humans

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A rat crawling forward out of a dark black background
Rats are one of several species that will likely thrive in a warming world.

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See 15 animals in amazing X-ray vision

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OVert's CT scans reveal a myriad of information about the anatomy of thousands of specimens, offering insight into how these animals lived and reproduced.

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Family Dollar has agreed to pay $42 million after storing food and medicine in a warehouse with a severe rodent infestation

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The FDA uncovered a severe rodent infestation in January 2022 at a Family Dollar warehouse. The photo does not show the warehouse in question.

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What if all the rats in NYC died tomorrow?

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Three rats scavenge for food on the subway platform at Herald Square in New York City.

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New York's 'rat czar' will only succeed if she realizes that rats are not the 'enemy,' an expert says

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Kathleen Corradi was announced as New York City's first director of rodent mitigation on April 12.
Kathleen Corradi was announced as New York City's first director of rodent mitigation on April 12.

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20-pound rodents with big orange teeth, rat-like tails, and no necks are wreaking havoc in the US and landing on 'most unwanted' lists

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Nutria with large, bright orange teeth.
Nutria have large, bright orange teeth.

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