RATS

There are many types of rats in the world-from the Brown Rat in England to the Australian Swamp Rat in Australia. Rats can be pets or pests. This article will tell you more about this rodent.

Diet

Rats are fairly opportunistic feeders. They will feed on a array of items from carcasses to fallen fruit. Human environments provide them an abundance of resources. Particular species of rat may have tendency for certain foods. Norway rats often prefer foods high in protein such as meat scraps or pet food. Roof rats usually prefer fruit, which is why people often refer to them as fruit rats. They may be attracted to areas with fruit tress.

Appearance

When rat populations are large, a hierarchy develops within a burrow. Stronger individuals become dominant, while weaker ones are subordinate. Males no longer protect female burrows. When a female is oestrous, several males mate with her sequentially, in the order of their social dominance.