Rats are among the fastest of all running animals. They can sprint at up to 8 miles per hour. Outrunning a rat is not easy even for a human.
Rats have been known to run up to 3 feet per second. That means that if a rat were to run a 100-meter dash it could do so in about 11 seconds. In comparison the world record for the 100-meter dash is 9.58 seconds set by Usain Bolt of Jamaica in 2009.
Rats are able to run so fast because they have long powerful legs. Their hind legs are especially strong and they use their tails for balance. When rats run they move their legs in a alternating pattern similar to that of a galloping horse.
While rats are not the fastest animals in the world they are still pretty speedy. If you see a rat running towards you you might want to move out of the way!
How fast can a rat run?
A rat can run up to 8 miles per hour.
How long can a rat live?
A rat can live up to 3 years.
What do rats eat?
Rats are omnivores and will eat almost anything but prefer cereal grains nuts and some fruits.
Where do rats live?
Rats live in every continent except Antarctica.
Are rats intelligent?
Studies have shown that rats are capable of complex problem solving including remembering how to complete tasks they have been taught even after long periods of not performing them.
What is the average litter size for a rat?
A rat can have litters of up to 24 pups but the average litter size is six.
What is the gestation period for a rat?
The gestation period for a rat is 21 days.
How much does a rat weigh?
A rat typically weighs between 0.
5 and 1 pound.
What do baby rats look like?
Baby rats are born bald and blind and are pink in color.
When do baby rats open their eyes?
Baby rats open their eyes when they are about two weeks old.
When do baby rats leave their mother?
Baby rats leave their mother when they are 4-5 weeks old.
How fast can a rat swim?
A rat can swim up to 1 mile per hour.
What is the maximum jump height for a rat?
A rat can jump up to 18 inches in the air.
Do rats hibernate?
No rats do not hibernate.
What is the maximum lifespan for a rat in captivity?
The maximum lifespan for a rat in captivity is 8 years.
