You Dirty Rat!
Learn about rats, rodents and other rascals!

Mice Facts and Information

Although they may look cute and cuddly like hamsters, mice can be dirty little rodents. Some mice like to live outside, and some prefer to build their nests in your home, especially in your attic. If you see a mouse scurrying across the floor at your house, don’t try to touch it – tell your parents right away. Not only can mice cause allergies and make you sneeze, mouse poops could also make you sick if you breathe them in. So if you see pile of what you think are mouse poops, stay away from it and tell mom and dad.

For more mice information or to check out some cool mice pictures for kids, go to the Amazing Pets Mice Page!

Rat Facts

Rats aren’t as cute as mice, and they’re even dirtier! Rats can spread diseases that can make you sick, so if you see one, move away from it and tell your parents. Although they may look sort of scary, rats probably won’t bite or hurt you, especially because they can’t see you! Rats have very poor eyesight, but they can hear, feel and smell really well. Rats can be found roaming around your house, and they can squeeze through a tiny hole to get inside. Specific types of rats include the Norway rat and the roof rat that likes to climb on your roof!

For more rat information and to check out some cool rat pictures for kids, go to the Amazing Rat Page!

Opossum Facts and Information

Think an opossum is a giant rat? Think again! Opossums are actually relatives of the koala bear. Opossums are also very peaceful and clean animals, cleaner than your dog or your cat! And they eat all types of insects – cockroaches, beetles, crickets, etc., which means less bugs out there for you to bump into!

If you see an opossum near your house, just leave it alone – don’t approach it or try to pet it, especially if you see the opossum during the day.

For more opossum information or to check out some opossum pictures for kids, go to the opossum page!

Information on Voles

Have you ever heard of a vole? If not, now you have! Voles are small mouse-like rodents that usually hang out in fields and meadows. Voles can be all different colors, from tan to black to reddish brown. Voles are harmless little rodents, and they’re also great diggers and swimmers! Now that you’ve learned a little bit about voles, you can tell your friends! For more vole information or to check out some cool vole pictures for kids, go to the Amazing Pests page about Voles!