Gallery description : pictures of rats
Rats are mammals that lead a solitary life. rattus rattus is the scientific name for a rat. Such a name is based on the genus of the mammal - rattus. Interesting fact is that this mammals can run 13km/h (8mph). 2-5 years is a usual life span for the mammal. Rats weight about 200-900g (0.4-2lbs). These mammals grow up to 20-50cm (7.8-19.7in).
Facts about rats
| Name | Rat |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Size | 20-50cm (7.8-19.7in) |
| Type | Mammal |
| Colour | Grey, black, white, brown |
| Top Speed | 13km/h (8mph) |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Average Litter Size | 8 |
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Habitat | Underground close to human settlements |
| Skin Type | Fur |
| Predators | Owls, snakes, raccoon, cats |
| Order | Rodentia |
| Family | Muridae |
| Class | Mammalia |
| Main Prey | Eggs, nuts, potatoes, corn |
| Life Span | 2-5 years |
| Lifestyle | Solitary |
| Genus | Rattus |
| Conservation Status | Least concern |
| Scientific Name | Rattus rattus |
| Weight | 200-900g (0.4-2lbs) |
Image Details
| Description | Pictures of rats. Pictures Of Rats - Rats as Pets |
| Width | 973 pixels |
| Heigh | 691 pixels |
| File type | JPG |
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