Mammals > Rodentia
AT A GLANCECommon Name: Southern Giant Pouched RatScientific Name: Cricetomys ansorgeiCategory: MammalsSubcategory: RodentiaSize: Head-body: 10–18 in (25–45 cm); Tail length: 14–18 in (35–45 cm)Weight: 2.2–3.3 lb (1.0–1.5 kg)Lifespan: 6–8 years in the wild; up to 9...
Mammals > Rodents
Overview AT A GLANCE Common Name: Gambian Pouched Rat Scientific Name: Cricetomys gambianus Category: Mammals Subcategory: Rodents Size: Head and body length: 35-45 cm (14-18 in); Tail length: 35-45 cm (14-18 in) Weight: 1.0-1.5 kg (2.2-3.3 lb); large males...