The mischievous roof rat is leading an increase in rodent infestations, according to Food Safety News.

The trade media organization, sourcing the Rentokil State of the Rodent Report, stated that the Roof Rat has increased the number of rodents being found in urban centers across the country.
Key Findings in the Report:
- Urban – increase construction growth means that roof rats are corresponding directly with people.
- Cheaper Construction – because construction schedules are speedy compared to decades ago, it’s easier to find openings for rodents perhaps due to cheaper product choices.
- People – rodents follow people and can even create new species in previously unaffected areas.
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