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 ...

Scientists are training African giant pouched rats (Cricetomys ansorgei) to sniff out pangolin scales, rhino horns, elephant tusks and African blackwood being transported illegally. These clever ...

While the jury is still out on whether or not the African giant pouched rat is cute, it’s harder to deny the impressive power of its nose. Tanzania-based non-profit APOPO has already ...

They’re smart, and they make very good pets ... What had originally started as just a pair of pet rats exploded into a population of approximately 320. Yikes. Don't Miss: Today’s deals ...