Rat advocates across the United States want to show the world the benefits the rodents can provide. From ferreting out land mines to finding lost people, trained rats can do a lot.
Rat reps at three U.S. zoos are showing visitors how the rodents can be trained to combat wildlife trafficking, detect diseases and perform other useful tasks.
As an ambassador for rats, it’s never easy to win over the public. But Runa at the San Diego Zoo has been charged with teaching people the virtues of rats.
As an ambassador for rats, it’s never easy to win over the public. But Runa at the San Diego Zoo has been charged with teaching people the virtues of rats.
As an ambassador for rats, it’s never easy to win over the public. But Runa at the San Diego Zoo has been charged with teaching people the virtues of rats.