Buttercup: Westley, what about the R.O.U.S.'s?
Westley: Rodents of Unusual Size? I don't think they exist.

from "The Princess Bride"*

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From CNN: 1-ton rodent was size of small car - (CNN) -- Scientists have discovered the remains of a rodent the size of a small car which used to forage the South American continent. The 1-ton creature is believed to have been about 3 meters in length and 1.5 meters tall.

On a side note, 2008 is the Year of the Rat, according to the Chinese Lunar Calendar.

*The editors at "did you know" give the movie "The Princess Bride" 5 (out of a possible 5) wedges of cheeses.
(The book is also very enjoyable!)

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