Forget the clichés about sewers, these rodents double entire labs! Forget the clichés about sewers: these rodents double entire labs thanks to a nose equipped with ultra-dense olfactory sensors. In the lab, a human distinguishes a dozen mixed odors; they detect up to forty without breaking a sweat. The result: they show up everywhere you …
The hairless rat, a rodent like no other So when you think of a rat, you probably imagine a little ball of fur, right? But wait, do you know about the hairless rat? Yes, yes, you heard it right, a rat… without fur, also known as the Sphynx rat (it sounds better). These rodents with …
Understanding Rat Body Language A major sign of affection in a rat is its behavior. It is through their body language that rats often express their feelings. Your Rat’s Eyes are Telling When a rat is happy, it does what is called “boggling.” This particular phenomenon may seem strange, but don’t worry, it’s a …
What is the size of our little whiskered creatures? Let’s talk a bit about these furry little guys who wander around with their tiny appearance! Domestic rats are a whole bunch of curious creatures on the lookout for adventures in the nooks of your home. No bigger than your hand, but with the charisma of …
Mine Detection Rats: The Four-Legged Heroes Rats are not always seen in their best light, but they play a remarkable role in landmine detection. Yes, you read that right, rats are used for demining! These incredible creatures have the unique ability to detect landmines without risking triggering them, which helps to protect and save countless …
Discover the little secrets of your Husky rat Have you ever seen those rats with markings that resemble those of a Husky dog? Well, that’s exactly them, the Husky rats. With their fur half-white, half-gray or black, they catch the eye at first glance, a bit like the Dumbo rats who are also very, very …
Dumbo rats, a breed derived from the brown rat, Rattus norvegicus, are garnering increasing interest from those seeking a different and unique small pet. Their uniqueness lies in their ears, which, rather than being located on the top of their heads, are placed on the sides, giving the impression of miniature elephants in contrast to …
