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General details about African Pouched Rats

Lifespan:

7-10 years

Length:

12-16 inches (excluding tail)

Weight:

21-36g (birth)
2 kg (adult males)
1.5 kg (adult females)

Gestation period:

31 days (+/- 4 days)

Litter size:

1-5

Sex ratio:

1:1

Weaning:

26 - 35 days

Sexual Maturity:

23 weeks (+/- 12 days)

Diet:

Fruit, vegitables, insects

Habit:

Nocturnal