Snowball, a 21-year-old albino alligator at the Newport Aquarium, has died. The aquarium announced the rare alligator's passing on social media Tuesday but did not state a cause of death.

New York is facing its rat problem head-on. New York City is known for its towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, but lurking beneath the glitz and glamour of the city that never sleeps are 3 ...

Scientists have some good news for rats and some bad news for city dwellers. Rat populations are rising in cities including Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, reports a study released Friday ...

By weight, they’re the second largest rat species in the world. (The largest by weight is the Sumatran bamboo rat (Rhizomys sumatrensis) which can weigh up to 3.9kg, or 8.6 pounds. Yes ...

A woman’s ordinary evening commute turned into an unforgettable experience when she spotted a rare albino deer standing gracefully in the snow near a forest. Overwhelmed by the sight ...

There’s a saying that in a big city you are never more than six feet away from a rat. It’s an urban myth, but scientists are warning cities across the globe are becoming far rattier ...

In 2025, the Year of the Yin Wood Snake, Rats are poised for professional and personal growth. Strategically planning career moves, fostering financial stability, and deepening relationships are ...

Think your ex is more like a rat than a prince? Do you believe your former paramour should never procreate? Animal shelters and zoos around the country are encouraging little cathartic avenues for ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a laboratory, according to an assessment that points the finger at China even ...