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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Chordata |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Rodentia |
| Family | : | Muridae |
| Genus | : | Rattus |
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| Scientific Name | : | Rattus Rattus |
| Type | : | Mammal |
| Diet | : | Omnivore |
| Size | : | 20-50cm (7.8-19.7in) |
| Weight | : | 200-900g (0.4-2lbs) |
| Top Speed | : | 13km/h (8mph) |
| Life Span | : | 2-5 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | : | Least Concern |
| Colour | : | Grey, Black, White, Brown |
| Skin Type | : | Fur |
| Favourite Food | : | Eggs |
| Habitat | : | Underground close to human settlements |
| Average Litter Size | : | 8 |
| Main Prey | : | Eggs, Nuts, Potatoes, Corn |
| Predators | : | Owls, Snakes, Raccoon, Cats |
| Special Features | : | Large, sharp front teeth and long, thin tail |