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"Rats are survivors. Rats are people animals. They follow us. We support rats."
-- Joe Yurt, Director of Rodent Control for New Orleans, aka "The Pied Piper"
I spoke with Yurt recently while researching a potential story about the rodent problem emerging in the city in the year since Katrina. Rats are only one part of the problem. Snakes, squirrels, raccoons and armadillos are among a number of wild animals that moved into parts of the city when people moved out following the storm. 
However, Yurt explained to me that as people returned to their homes, they encountered new neighbors who have been waiting for a steady food supply. The only good news in all of this? Business is booming at private pest and rodent control companies.
Photo caption: One of the rats captured by Rodent Control. Yes, it was as big as a rabbit. Photo by Steve Majors.
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There are 2 kinds of dirty rats--the first kind has 4 legs and tails, is attracted to filth and garbage, and can make you ill.
The second kind stands on 2 feet, spews filth and garbage, and can also make you ill. Some have been running for office this year. Need I say more?
Alice in Blunderland (Sent Oct 29, 2006 1:54:48 PM)
Steve-
That guy in the photo sure as heck had a "steady food supply"! Good to hear from you. Fascinating piece--as always.
Celine, JC-NJ (Sent Oct 25, 2006 1:36:21 PM)
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