If you didn't read the article (which I will assume you didn't given your post), I'll sum it up: They're basically reporting that the 'rat' isn't a rat. It then

If you didn't read the article (which I will assume you didn't given your post), I'll sum it up: They're basically reporting that the 'rat' isn't a rat. It then goes on to treat the subject lightheartedly while providing information on pareidolia and why we 'see' things like the rat.