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623. Can New York City Win Its War on Rats?

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Urban Rodent Chronicles

This chapter explores the complex world of rats in New York City, detailing their subterranean habitats and the city's escalating war against them. It highlights innovative control measures, including humane strategies like rat birth control, while addressing the broader implications for public health and the environment. Personal anecdotes from the author’s journey in extermination provide a unique lens on the challenges and ethical dilemmas of urban pest management.

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