🌿Native Nature

Polynesian Rat

Rattus exulans

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Muridae ›Genus: Rattus

About

The Polynesian rat, or Pacific rat (Rattus exulans), known to the Māori as kiore, is the third most widespread species of rat in the world behind the brown rat and black rat. The Polynesian rat originated in Southeast Asia, and like its relatives, has become widespread, migrating to most Polynesian islands, including New Zealand, Easter Island, and Hawaii. It shares high adaptability with other rat species extending to many environments, from grasslands to forests. It is...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Polynesian Rat?
The scientific name of Polynesian Rat is Rattus exulans.
What kingdom does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the family Muridae.
What genus does Polynesian Rat belong to?
Polynesian Rat belongs to the genus Rattus.