Additional Info

• Class:Mammalia
• Family:Muridae
• Scientific Name:Rattus tanezumi Temminck, 1844
• Common Name:Oriental house rat / Asian house rat
• Description:Fur on the dorsal side is variable in color, from dark brown to gray. Tail is longer than the combined head and body length; tail is dark brown/black for its entire length.
• Ecological Role:This is an alien invasive species and opportunistic omnivore that is considered to be an agricultural pest.
• Distribution:Widespread in South Asia, China, and Indochinese Southeast Asia. Introduced to Sundaic Southeast Asia, including the Philippines.