WILD SPECIES
Genus: Rattus
Polynesian rat
Rattus exulans
LEAST CONCERN
Smallest common rat species; introduced by humans to Pacific; impacts native birds by predation.
Physical Characteristics
Body Length
11–15
cm
Tail Length
10–15
cm
Weight
30–80
g
Geographic Information
Origin: Southeast Asia
Distribution: Pacific islands, Southeast Asia, introduced worldwide
Region: Southeast Asia
Habitat & Tags
Forests
grasslands
coastal areas
least concern
island endemic
Biology & Behavior
Lifespan: 1 years
Human Interaction
Invasive: No
Pest: No
Lab Animal: No
Pet: No