A small, adaptable rodent species native to the Indian subcontinent but now globally distributed, known for its significant ecological and economic impacts as an invasive species.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Highly adaptable; found in urban, suburban, and rural environments including forests, grasslands, agricultural areas, and human settlements across multiple continents
Ecological Role
Major global invasive species that disrupts native ecosystems, competes with indigenous species, and serves as a vector for numerous zoonotic diseases
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth fur, predominantly black or dark gray, with lighter ventral surface, tail typically longer than body length
LIMBS WINGSFour limbs with dexterous paws, capable of climbing, jumping, and precise manipulation of objects
HEAD SENSORYPointed snout, large ears, sensitive whiskers for spatial navigation, acute hearing and olfactory capabilities
BODY STRUCTURESmall-bodied rodent, typically 16-24 cm in length, weighing approximately 70-300 g, with slender and agile body configuration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Bernard DUPONT from FRANCE
