Rat is a mammal that usually inhabits underground close to human settlements. It has a fur skin and is able to run up to 13km/h (8mph). Rat which methodical name is rattus rattus usually has a size 20-50cm (7.8-19.7in) and weights 200-900g (0.4-2lbs). Life duration is 2-5 years in a solitary lifestyle. Favourite food: eggs, nuts, potatoes, corn
Facts about rats
Name | Rat |
Size | 20-50cm (7.8-19.7in) |
Main Prey | Eggs, nuts, potatoes, corn |
Family | Muridae |
Top Speed | 13km/h (8mph) |
Class | Mammalia |
Predators | Owls, snakes, raccoon, cats |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Phylum | Chordata |
Colour | Grey, black, white, brown |
Scientific Name | Rattus rattus |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Genus | Rattus |
Diet | Omnivore |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Order | Rodentia |
Type | Mammal |
Skin Type | Fur |
Average Litter Size | 8 |
Habitat | Underground close to human settlements |
Life Span | 2-5 years |
Weight | 200-900g (0.4-2lbs) |