Rodents
How have the rodents evolved?
4.4 (16)
48 mins
Delve into the diverse universe of rodents as you discover how these remarkable creatures make up 40% of all mammals, each with their unique adaptations and survival strategies.
Ep 1:
When Were Rodents First Spotted in Europe?
Ep 2:
Which Rodent Family Does the House Mouse Belong To?
Ep 3:
How Has the Eating Pattern of Rats Changed?
Ep 4:
Why Are Some Rats Genetically Heavy in Weight?
Ep 5:
Why Are Rodents Associated With Plague?
Ep 6:
How Do Rodents Survive in Their Natural Habitat?
Ep 7:
What Makes Naked Mole Rat a Unique Rodent?
Ep 8:
Are Guinea Pigs Part of the Rodent Family?
Ep 9:
Why Do Scientists Experiment on Guinea Pigs?
Discussions (10)
Baxter
Level 10 · 9 mo agoCalling lab mice unpopped popcorn is savage! 🤣
Edwin
Level 4 · 7 mo agoI disagree with the host on the rabbit analogy. Linnaeus was right to call them little pigs. They are stocky and squeal exactly like piglets. It makes sense why the scientific name stuck for so long.
Ryan
Level 8 · 6 mo agoIt baffles me that lab mice are so inferior to wild ones. Calling them unpopped popcorn kernels is perfect. It is concerning that we base medical research on inbred animals that can barely hang on a rope.
