Rats

Rat

Rats

Did You Know?

With eyes on either side of their head that can move in opposite directions, Rats are even able to see what's happening above them...clever eh!!

All about Rats

Order:
Rodentia
Family:
Muridae
Group:
Rattus
Lifespan:
2-3 years
Gestation:
21-29 days
Habitat:
Anywhere and everywhere that humans live
Diet:
Fruit, seeds, grasses, grain, commercial pellets
Conservation Status:
Least Concern
Male:
Buck
Female:
Doe
Young:
Pup

Fun Facts!

A Rat's (Rattus rattus) long tail helps it to regulate it's body tempreature, as well as help them to balance.

They can climb brick walls and trees.

Rats live underground and although we rarely see them, they vastly outnumber humans. They are experts at staying out of sight!

Their whiskers are more sensitive than human fingertips. They brush them over objects and the floor to build up a picture of where they are.

rabbit
guinea-pig