Rats in New York City

Rattus norvegicus, municipal population. Dimensions contested.

RESEARCH NOTES

The brown rat population of New York City, estimated in the millions and the subject of a dedicated mayoral appointment created in 2023. Reported specimen sizes rise reliably with the distance between the observer and the specimen.

Would You Goon?

0 = ABSOLUTELY NOT · 10 = UNCONDITIONALLY WHAT IS BEING MEASURED?