Greater Stick-nest Rat

Scientific name: Lepurillus conditor
Size: 37-48cm long including tail
Lifespan: 2-3 years
Natural range: Australia

Housing

• large multi-level rat or chinchilla-type cage
• can be kept in pairs or family groups
• Bedding: aspen or corn cob
• Accessories: solid chinchilla wheel, branches, hideaways, tunnels

Food

• high quality commercial rodent seed mix and rodent blocks
• timothy hay
• fresh vegetables or fruit daily

Breeding

• Maturity: 7-9 weeks old
• Gestation: 29-34 days
• Litter size: 2-3
• eyes open around 14-16 days old
• should be fully weaned by 4-5 weeks old