Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Black Rat vs Natal Multimammate Mouse

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Black Rat

Black Rat

0.24 m

Human

1.75 m

Natal Multimammate Mouse

Natal Multimammate Mouse

0.17 m

Black RatNatal Multimammate Mouse
Weight75–230 g30–80 g
Length16–24 cm10–17 cm
Top Speed13 km/h–
Lifespan1–3 yrs0.5–2 yrs
Gestation21 days23 days
Offspring5–10 4–12
DietHerbivoreHerbivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternNocturnalNocturnal
MigrationResidentResident
HabitatUrban, Garden, Farmland, Forest, Woodland, CoastGrassland, Savanna, Farmland, Urban, Woodland, Forest
RegionsNordics, Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, South America, OceaniaAfrica
FamilyMuridaeMuridae
OrderRodentiaRodentia