 | Common Rat
(Rattus Norvegicus)
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The Common, Norway, Sewer or Brown RatThe common rat has only been recorded in Britain since early in the 18th century. It is thought to have been carried by ships from Russia, and did not originate in Norway, despite its common name.
Identification:
colour generally brown (may vary); Weight 150g-500g (average 300g); Length 440mm including tail; Body/Head 200mm-250mm, tail 150mm-200mm
Habitat:
Burrows 2 feet underground (60cm) 80mm diameter hole in soil bankings. can be found in any building but especially cellars and sewers.
Breeding:
Gestation 21 days; Litters 3 to 6 per year; Litter size 7 to 8 blind and naked young; Eyes open at 14 days; Breeding is possible throughout the year and 200 young from a single pair possible. Mortality is reduced due to milder winters climates. This rodent matures at 3 months old and the average life span is 9 to 18 months. |
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Why We Need to Control Rats
The common rat is considered a pest because of its adverse effects upon human populations. The most important of these is the ability to transmit diseases to man and livestock as well as the economic damage it causes to foodstuffs and structures.
If you would like more information on how we eradicate rats, please call us on 0800 849 7004. |
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