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rats are born swimmers. While some of the ones bred to be pets would rather cuddle up in the palm of your hand they are natural swimmers and had to be able to swim underwater as they live in the sewers (and still do) for most of their species life.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoany mammal, even if it has never before seen water, can swim. at least any mammal except a human. so to answer your question, yes a rat can swim.
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∙ 11y agoYes, but usually choose to not swim in water deeper than 6 inches. :)
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∙ 15y agoIf you mean submerged, no. Rats breath air just like any other mammal, so if submerged underwater for any length of time, they would drown.
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∙ 13y agoonly if they really really have to
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What are rats habitats?
Rats can live in many different environments. In the wild, rats can live in wooded areas, sewers or anywhere they can find food. Rats can invade homes and live in attics and storage areas. They will search out food and water. Wood rats can climb and live in trees.Pet rats are great pets and therefore there are a lot of commercial cages and habitats available. Pet stores carry a variety of cages for people who keep rats as pets.Super Pets makes a few different cages suitable for pet rats. There are other manufacturers who make rat cages including My First Home brand cages.Rats make nests out of whatever materials they have available. In attics they will use insulation. In cages, they use whatever bedding is offered. They are very crafty and will make use of what is available to them.Rats need a food and water source to survive. They are often found in wooded areas near streams where they can find shelter, food and water in a small area.
Where do pack rats live?
Pack rats live in the ocean.
Do rats live near the sea?
Rats can live anywhere, including on boats
Where do rats live?
Rats live anywhere. They prefer dark places, which may be either moist or dry, such as cellars and basements, under houses, and in thick vegetation. Rats are native to all continents except for Antarctica, and there are many species of rats. It is interesting to note that, before European settlement, there were no black or brown rats (the most common varieties) in either Australia or New Zealand, but only native rats which are quite different to the general public's perception of rats.
Where do under water frogs live?
because they can not breath under water that long? because they can not breath under water that long?
Why can rats live without water?
Rats can live without water because they already have enough moisture from their food so they don't need moisture from water. That's why rats can live without moiture.
Can rats live without water?
Rats can live without water because they already have enough moisture from their food so they don't need moisture from water. That's why rats can live without moiture.
Do rats live under decking?
yes they do
Is it true that kangaroo rats can live without water?
It is not so much that kangaroo rats can live without water: it's that theydo not need to drink water. Kangaroo rats need to drink little if any water; the seeds they eat are frequently high in water content, and kangaroo rats can also rely on water produced by their cells (metabolic water) to survive.
What are rats habitats?
Rats can live in many different environments. In the wild, rats can live in wooded areas, sewers or anywhere they can find food. Rats can invade homes and live in attics and storage areas. They will search out food and water. Wood rats can climb and live in trees.Pet rats are great pets and therefore there are a lot of commercial cages and habitats available. Pet stores carry a variety of cages for people who keep rats as pets.Super Pets makes a few different cages suitable for pet rats. There are other manufacturers who make rat cages including My First Home brand cages.Rats make nests out of whatever materials they have available. In attics they will use insulation. In cages, they use whatever bedding is offered. They are very crafty and will make use of what is available to them.Rats need a food and water source to survive. They are often found in wooded areas near streams where they can find shelter, food and water in a small area.
Do sea oter live under water?
yes , they do live under water :) ]
How lone do water rats live for?
they live 2-3 years in the wild.. not much longer as pets
What do rats need to survive?
Rats need things like water to survive in their environment. They also need food and a shelter to live in.
Do kangaroo rats live in Egypt or anywhere in the Middle East?
No. Kangaroo rats are native to North America. They live in desert areas and don't normally need to drink water.
Do water rats have gills?
no rats have gills, incuding water rats
What is similar between water rats and otters?
Water repellant fur,live near and spend much of their time in water.
How far under water do jellyfish live?
Jellyfish do not live that far under the water's surface. These jellyfish typically only live a few feet under the water.
