Researchers think they have debunked the origin of Chicago’s so-called “rat hole,” one of the Windy City’s weirdest local landmarks. Hold on. The rat hole wasn’t what you think. It wasn’t some back ...

A small family of Nutria rests peacefully beside the water, surrounded by reeds and gentle ripples. Known for their social behavior and calm presence, these semi-aquatic animals embody the quiet ...

City data actually suggest that rat sightings are declining. But horror stories are everywhere, and a single rat in a stroller is enough to set off a panic. By Christopher Maag Rachel Chase, a ...

Back in 1899, a harmful rodent called nutria was introduced to the U.S. through the fur trade. Since then, they have damaged vegetation and crops, destroyed the banks of ditches and lakes, and caused ...

HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — Nutrias, an invasive species in the commonwealth, have been seen damaging the habitat in the Virginia wetlands. The Virginia Nutria Eradication Project is now calling on ...

Q. What are nutria, and why are they now considered a pest? Nutria (or coypu) are like gophers on steroids. Related Articles Here are some ways to stop gophers from wrecking your garden What to do ...

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Q. What are nutria, and why are they now considered a pest? Nutria (or coypu) are like gophers on steroids. Since they live near water, they are often mistaken for beavers or muskrats. There are some ...