How NYC Became a Rat Kingdom

When it comes to NYC, the rat is the undisputed king!

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How NYC Became a Rat Kingdom Human Footprint

Premiered September 15, 2023

When it comes to NYC, the rat is the undisputed king of the urban jungle — and we made it that way! Find out why with host and evolutionary biologist Shane Campbell-Staton in this episode of Human Footprint.

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Human Footprint

Earth has never experienced anything like us: a single species dominating and transforming the planet. Biologist Shane Campbell-Staton travels the globe to explore our Human Footprint and to discover how the things we do reveal who we truly are.