exotic pets, bushmeat, ornamental plants and trophies. Much of it is driven by Asia's demand for ivory, scales and horns. Project leader Dr Isabelle Szott said, "In just three years, our rats have ...

You may be surprised to learn that rats are great pets for beginners. They are naturally clean, are quick learners, and are social, affectionate animals. One strong argument for rats as opposed to ...

Poisoned animals may be more likely to crash into structures, be killed by predators, or get hit by cars. Children, especially young children, also accidentally ingest rodenticides — more than 10,000 ...