Australian Bush Rat

Rattus fuscipes

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The bush rat or Australian bush rat is a small Australian nocturnal animal. It is an omnivore and one of the most common indigenous species of rat on the continent, found in many heathland areas of Victoria and New South Wales.

Fun Fact

It is an omnivore and one of the most common indigenous species of rat on the continent, found in many heathland areas of Victoria and New South Wales.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found primarily in the coastal regions of south and eastern Australia.

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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