With its loose, bunchy skin and sun-starved complexion, the naked mole-rat (Heterocephalus glaber) recalls an uncooked bratwurst dried on permanent press—and it might be one of the last creatures ...

New research shows that several species of African mole-rats have evolved an uncanny ability to ward off certain types of pain, including discomfort wrought by acid, chili peppers, and hot mustard.

A giant rat species, long considered lost to science, has been rediscovered alive in the remote Papua mountains after a 30-year absence. This remarkable find underscores the potential for hidden ...

The earliest documented evidence of domesticated rats originates from Japan and dates back to the Edo period (1603 to 1868). The tradition of keeping fancy rats may have originated in Japan, but pet ...

The African naked mole rat is an odd, homely creature with the closest thing to real-life super powers on earth. These small rodents can live for 32 years, they are cancer-resistant, and they are ...

Rats are great pets for those who want a furry friend but may not have enough space for a dog or cat. Domestic rats in particular can be friendly, calm, and can bond emotionally with their owners.

Rat infestations don't just appear out of nowhere. If one house has unwanted visitors, it's likely that other homes in the ...

Rats and their poop can carry diseases such as hantaviruses that can make you sick, but there are ways to clean up and get rid of them humanely. (Photo Credit: Moment RF/Getty Images) Rats are a type ...

In scurrying to cope with its rat problem, the city recently bypassed the low bidders for special new garbage cans and other equipment, awarding contracts to companies with prices that were a combined ...