Ep. 473: City Rat Hunting, Mini Bunnies, and a Dog Fires Off a Shotgun
From MeatEater Conservation by MeatEater
June 8, 2026 · 31 min · Season 6
About this episode
Cal discusses rat control efforts in Washington D.C., the conservation status of the world's smallest rabbit, and a surprising firearm accident.
This week, Cal covers Washington D.C. rat control efforts, the conservation status of the world's smallest rabbit, a surprising firearm accident, and a whole lot more. Connect with Cal and MeatEater To learn more and get involved with any Cal to Action, click here . Cal on Instagram and Twitter MeatEater on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Youtube , and Youtube Clips Subscribe to The MeatEater Podcast Network on YouTube Shop Cal's Week in Review Merch See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Cal
Topics covered
- rat control
- conservation
- firearm accident
- urban wildlife
- rabbit species
Keywords
- rat hunting
- mini bunnies
- firearm accident
- Washington D.C.
- conservation
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: MeatEater
Places: Washington D.C., world's smallest rabbit
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