Paris Deputy Mayor Champions Rat Coexistence While City Debates Urban Rodent Control

Sep 29, 2025 02:43 pm CST

A unique political divide emerges in Paris as Deputy Mayor Gregory Moreau advocates for humane coexistence with the city's extensive rat population, carrying his pet rat 'Plume' to challenge negative perceptions, while opponents like Geoffroy Boulard implement technological solutions to address what they consider a public health concern. The debate highlights different approaches to urban wildlife management in one of Europe's most iconic cities.