Rat-bite fever, which could occur after one is bitten ... Dr Loh said: “This is something pet lovers should take note of.” Generally, rats are an invasive species and can cause significant ...

Gene Hackman's wife, Betsy Arakawa, died of hantavirus. What is it? What are the symptoms? Are there any cases of Georgia?

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share insights on snake behavior, tips to prevent unnecessary fear of snakes and reduce the risk of a bite.

“Spring cleaning supplies can be a concern if pets are exposed,” Dr. Schmid says. “Items such as toilet bowl cleaners, oven ...

It can also spread through a bite or scratch by a rodent ... Can you get hantavirus from a pet rat or mouse? The CDC does not recommend pet rodents for families with children 5 years old or ...

According to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), snakes are most active from April to October, but ...

Fans of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates packed the Saratoga Springs City Center this weekend. Before you click away, ...

Hantavirus comes from contact with rodents, especially after exposure to their urine, droppings and saliva. Read about how ...

In early February, a tarantula sank its fangs into an Iberia pilot during a flight from Düsseldorf to Madrid. What could have ...

GENE Hackman’s tragic wife Betsy Arakawa could have caught the ultra-rare and fatal rat virus from cleaning the garage of their mansion, reports claim. The mystery surrounding the ...

GENE Hackman’s wife ran errands and sent emails in her final hours before she died from a rare rat virus. Theories about the couple’s death ended after it was revealed on Friday that ...

South America is known for the spectacular Amazon Basin, which includes waterfalls and dense rainforests but is also home to various exotic reptiles. Many colorful and powerful cold-blooded creatures ...