Rat

Rattus

Rattus is a genus of muroid rodents, all typically called rats. However, the term rat can also be applied to rodent species outside of th... Learn about Rat facts, habitat, and behavior.

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About Rat

Rattus is a genus of muroid rodents, all typically called rats. However, the term rat can also be applied to rodent species outside of this genus.

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Interesting Facts

  • Rat belongs to the class Mammalia.
  • It is part of the Muridae family.
  • Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates.
  • Most mammals give birth to live young.

Scientific Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Rodentia
Family: Muridae
Genus: Rattus
Rattus

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Class: Mammalia