Study Claims to Solve Mystery Behind Infamous 'Chicago Rat Hole'
The mystery of the infamous "Chicago Rat Hole" on the sidewalk may be solved. A study published in Biology Letters reveals that the outline is not of a rat, but more likely a squirrel.
Scientists used the measurements of the imprint and found that it resembles a squirrel, which is stocky and semi-aquatic, with webbed feet.
The Chicago Rat Hole was previously located near Roscoe Street and Damen Avenue before it was removed.
The impression resembles a squirrel: stocky and semi-aquatic, with webbed feet.
Author's summary: Scientists solve Chicago Rat Hole mystery.