Where Do Roof Rats Live? Understanding the Habitat Preferences of the Rattus Murinae

Quite like many people, you when you think of rats, you think of… rats. By that, it is meant you may not realize that from a biological standpoint there is an array of different types of rats. Among the rat genus, there are many different subfamilies, this includes one known as Rattus Murinae. This type…

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What Protects Against Fleas That Spread Typhus?

In recent times, fleas that carry bacteria that cause typhus have been found in some communities in Southern California. As a result, protecting against these types of fleas has become imperative. Two primary strategies are involved in protecting against typhus-carrying fleas. First, tactics exist to repel these fleas from making contact with humans and pets.…

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The Smell of Death: Six Common Human Decomposition Odors

Few people would argue that noting smells as foul as a decomposing body. During the human decomposition process, dozens of different types of gases are released. Eight of these gases primarily contribute to the horrible stench that oftentimes is called the “smell of death.” The primary odors that make up the stench associated with a…

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