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Rattus norvegicus (brown rat)

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Image of: Rattus norvegicus (brown rat)


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As Norway rats walk, one back foot (5 toes) will usually be grouped together with one front foot (4 toes). Because of how they walk, you will see several small groupings of a front and back foot in a row. You might also see tail markings.

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