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Rattus rattus (Black Rat)
Nomenclature
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Class: Mammalia (Mammals)Order: Rodentia (Rodents)
Species:
Rattus rattus (Black Rat)
Vernacular names:
Vernacular name:
Black Rat
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SUMMARY
Although there are historical records for the presence of black rats in the Outer Hebrides, there is currently only one established population on the Shiant Islands. However, this population is scheduled to be eradicated to protect the breeding seabirds