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Rising Temperatures Are Turbocharging City Rat Populations, Scientists Warn

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Researchers at the University of Richmond studied rat numbers in 16 cities around the world.

They found a significant association between a warming climate and increased urban rat populations.

The researchers say many cities will have to prepare for larger rat infestations in the future, given projected trends in urbanization and climate.

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