Ologies with Alie Ward Urban Rodentology (SEWER RATS) Encore with Bobby Corrigan
Oct 2, 2024
Bobby Corrigan, a globally-recognized urban rodentologist with decades of experience, dives into the fascinating world of city rats. He reveals their surprising adaptability, communication methods, and unique nesting habits. Bobby shares fun anecdotes about their midnight pizza heists and dispels myths about their size and behavior. Discover how rats can inspire movies and musicals while exploring their unexpected similarities to humans. Plus, learn practical tips for keeping these clever critters out of your home!
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Rat Resilience
- Rat populations can recover incredibly fast due to their high reproductive rate.
- Removing 96% of a rat population is necessary for impactful control, making eradication difficult.
Rat Smarts
- Rats demonstrate surprising intelligence, using tools and even outsmarting traps.
- Exterminators have captured footage of rats using sticks to trigger traps and steal bait.
Poop Communication
- Rats communicate through pheromones in their droppings, leaving messages for their colony.
- These chemical signals convey information about resources like food, shelter, or water.