Answer : Yes, a Mongoose is faster than a Rat
The average top speed of a Mongoose is 32 kph, (20 mph) while for a Rat it is 13 kph, (8 mph)
Name | Name:Mongoose | Name:Rat |
Top Speed | Top Speed:32 kph, (20 mph) | Top Speed:13 kph, (8 mph) |
Height | Height:53 cm, (1 ft, 8.9 in ) | Height:n/a |
Weight | Weight:2 kg, (4 lbs) | Weight:n/a |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):12 | Lifespan in Wild (years):3 |
Description | Description:The Egyptian Mongoose lives in hollow logs, burrows, and holes in the ground which are near a water source. They have grey fur with brown dots. They have a low, long body which can be mistaken for a reptile at a distance. | Description:Norway rats were once native to brushy areas and forests of China. Through trade, it was introduced to Europe. With the explosion of human population, rats made their way to every home they were able to. They are have brown fur and are sometimes called “brown rats”. |
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