Rats and mice are known to spread many diseases worldwide. These diseases can spread to people directly, through handling of rodents; contact with rodent feces, urine, or saliva (such as through breathing in air or eating food that is contaminated with rodent waste); or rodent bites.
There are many different types of rodents, and they can be found all over the world. They are a very diverse group of animals, and come in many different shapes and sizes. Some of the most common types of rodents are House Mouse, Sewer Rat, Roof Rat, Norway Rat.