Did you know that the Fancy Rat is the domesticated version of the commonly found Brown rat? Over generations, the wild species of the brown rat have been bred through the years and now have become docile enough to become our house pets. Interestingly they get the name “fancy rat” as a promotional means to … Read more
The muskrat has the Binomial scientific name Ondatra zibethicus. Though muskrats are also known as common muskrat, water rat or rat, they are not actually the members of the genus Rattus. The muskrat actually belongs to the subfamily Arvicolinae. This rat gets its name because it looks like a rat and due to the musky odor that … Read more
The roof rat or the black rat as it is commonly called was originally given the Binomial name, Mus Rattus in the 18th century. However, over the years, the scientific name of Black rats has changed to Rattus Rattus. Let’s tell you everything you need to know about these rodents. How do I identify Roof rats? … Read more
The woodrat or the pack rat as it is commonly known as has the Binomial name, Neotama. However, that’s not how most people know it. The most common name for this type of rat is very interesting – trade rats. How do I identify Wood rats? These rats posse a typical rat-like appearance. They are … Read more
The Norway rat is a rat with many names. According to the system of Binomial nomenclature, the Norway rat’s scientific name is Rattus Norvegicus. Other than this formal name, the Norway rat is often known by the different locations it is commonly found in– such as wharf or street rat. Sometimes it is known by … Read more
The field mouse is a close relative of the commonly found house mouse. They are also known as Voles. And no they are not the same as moles! Field mice are also known as meadow mice, meadow moles and ground moles in some parts of Australia, Canada, and the US. These pesky rodents belong to … Read more
Mus domesticus or the house mouse as it is more commonly known as is a seemingly innocent and cute little mammal that we often see in our homes and neighborhood. But don’t let the adorable looks of the house mice fool you! Not only do they ravage and plunder your home, but are also dangerous. … Read more