Rats are cleaner than most city pigeons

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Rats are cleaner than most city pigeons

Despite their reputation, rats are generally cleaner than many city pigeons, meticulously grooming themselves and avoiding filth when possible.

Rats, often unfairly maligned, are surprisingly fastidious creatures, dedicating significant time to self-grooming, often several times a day. Unlike pigeons that frequently wade in and consume food from unsanitary puddles and garbage, rats actively avoid excessive dirt. Their meticulous hygiene helps prevent parasites and disease, a stark contrast to the common perception.

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