Rats
Identification of small mammals from photos is uncertain. It helps to have multiple photos, preferably with a scale in all images, showing: the ratio of tail-length to body-length; the nature of the ears, including how far the ear lobe will reach, in relation to the eye, when the ear lobe is folded forward; the pads under the hind feet; the fur above and below the body, any markings on the head or face; and the scales and fur on the tail.
Discussion
rbannister
wrote:
16 Mar 2026
@DonFletcher Apologies, had not realised I had uploaded the blurrier photo. Somewhat clearer one now attached. Tail looked intact to me at the time.
Rattus rattus
DonFletcher
wrote:
16 Mar 2026
Most likely Rattus rattus with part of tail amputated but blurry photo prevents confident identification.
Rattus rattus
Jacktar
wrote:
22 Feb 2026
I'm not sure why the picture isn't showing, I'll re-upload it.
Hydromys chrysogaster
davidcunninghamwildlife
wrote:
22 Feb 2026
Hi Jacktar, thanks for your sighting. The media you provided is missing or unclear. To help us verify this sighting, please provide additional media.
Hydromys chrysogaster
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