Nobody likes a rat. And we're not talking about a snitch here. We're
talking about those disgusting bald-tailed rodents that scurry around
alleys and in the subway. But, hold on . . . are rats really so bad?
There are hundreds of rat species all around the world that defy common
stereotypes. Rats help predators survive, allow plants to spread their
seeds, and even contribute to medical research that helps humans stay
healthy. Simple, clear text introduces many of the rats that crawl on
the earth today, where they live, what they eat, and how they survive.
Next time you see a rat, take a second look.