The viral 'Chicago Rat Hole' wasn't actually made by a rat, scientists claim | NYGazet

After researching the rodent indent, scientists are over 98% sure it came from a squirrel.

A rat-shaped indent on a Chicago sidewalk went viral early last year, with troves of people venturing to the hole bearing coins and other offerings. However, a new study suggests the so-called "Chicago Rat Hole" wasn't actually made by a rat — it was... [2774 chars]