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Rat Stats
Scientific Name:  R. Rattus/Rattus norvegicus
 Size:  4-11 inches
 Origin:  England late 19th century
 Life Expectancy:  1 to 3 years
 Temperament:  Intelligent, social and easily tamed
 Varieties:  Standard, Rex, Tailless, Hairless, Satin and Dumbo
Rat Species Profile
Rats have been bred as pets for the past 100 years. Descended from the wild brown rat, pet rats are friendly and easy to tame. They come in many different colors and varieties.

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