The “Boggle” of Joy: Why a Happy Rat’s Eyes Pulse in Their Sockets

The first time you see a rat boggling its eyes, it can be a startling sight. Their eyeballs visibly vibrate in their sockets.
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I’m a neuroscientist who taught rats to drive − their joy suggests how anticipating fun can enrich human life

Rats will choose to take a longer route if it means they get to enjoy the ride to their destination. Kelly Lambert, CC BY-ND We crafted our first rodent car from a plastic cereal container. After ...
Orange County Register

More rats infesting cities as scientists say warmer temperatures mean more rodent babies

WASHINGTON — Rat infestation in many world cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington, and a new study blames warming temperatures, urbanization and other human actions. A ...
The Republic

Rats! More rodents are infesting cities as scientists say warmer temperatures mean more rat babies

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rat infestation in many world cities appears to be soaring, especially in Washington, and a new study blames climate change, urbanization and other human actions. A first-of-its-kind ...