rodent

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A giant barn owl, a type of rodent called a hutia, and a burrowing bee entered a cave.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“With good plant growth, rodent populations are doing well, so the snakes have good food sources and warm temperatures that are triggering more surface activity.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

The actor claimed that the problems included “ongoing rodent issues” and having to make “repeated requests for repairs” for his bathroom and plumbing.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

On stages across North America, two of the most recognizable voices in Mexican music are performing under a surprising banner: the world’s largest rodent.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

He held up the skull of Barney, the Paleocene rodent.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli