Pouched rat facts
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 |