Why cities keep losing the war on rats
Why cities keep losing the war on rats  
Podcast: Living Planet
Published On: Fri Apr 10 2026
Description: In cities around the world, rats aren't just surviving; they're thriving. Despite decades of poison, traps and control, they keep coming back. So, what is it about modern city life that suits them so well? From Berlin to New York, this is a story about what happens when urban systems start feeding "the rat problem".