In my country (USA) some people think you’re poor if you have certain rodents. Sometimes places are in bad condition, so yes, it’s an income thing.

I live with 5 other people. New roommate is from NY. She’s never seen a cockroach in a dwelling before. How’s that possible? Anyway, she thinks it’s a low class thing. Everywhere I’ve ever lived in the southern US has roaches. I don’t care if it’s a house worth millions (used to work construction, electrician) , down here, you got roaches.

Are there any specific rodents in your area that would make you appear ‘poor.’

Would you think of a person as ‘low class ’ if you saw a certain animal/insect in their dwelling?

Topics: ants, culture, bugs, insects, rodents, rats, mice, reality, bats, roaches, social status, preconceived notions