Researchers discover giant rat


	Researchers discover giant rat

tabsey

12-17-2007 2:36 AM

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tabsey says:

Thet seem to be having a ball in the still unspoiled rain forests of Papua. The illegal logging may bring an end to these animals if left unchecked.

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12-17-2007 9:27 AM

pokkets

I read your comment on dinosaurs, and found out you had seen the Rat story, and clipper it first.It seems like a few people think the rat is interesting.

12-18-2007 8:41 AM

tabsey

They would take interest if they found it in the tent when camping.

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