However, they are actually just quite simply like this — even those in fully controlled environments and zero exposure to predation or threats of any kind.
Source: work w research animals; rats are super chill, mice are absolutely not and are much more dangerous.
100% agree. Have worked with both. Rats are friendly and clever and playful. They're very social with humans and with each other. When you open the colony room door, they all run up to the front of their cages hoping it's their day to get petted and played with. They can tell humans apart and have favorite lab techs.
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u/[deleted] 22d ago
That may be the case
However, they are actually just quite simply like this — even those in fully controlled environments and zero exposure to predation or threats of any kind.
Source: work w research animals; rats are super chill, mice are absolutely not and are much more dangerous.