GAP Analysis Predicted Distribution Map

Norway Rat (Rattus norvegicus)

Species Code: RANO
Non-native Species

Legend: = Core Habitat = Marginal Habitat Breeding Range Map The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. The habitats were identified using 1991 satellite imagery, other datasets and experts throughout the state, as part of the Washington Gap Analysis Project. Click to enlarge distribution map Map with historical museum records Other maps & Information: NatureMapping observations throughout the year

In all large cities in Washington and along streams and marshes on the west side. East of the Cascades, usually associated with cities and other buildings, particularly grain elevators. On the west side, all records are from lower elevations.

Core areas on the west side are lower elevation and on the east side steppe and Ponderosa Pine. Good habitat west of the Cascades are development, agriculture, and water/wetlands. On the east side or the Cascade crest, developed areas are the only good habitat.

Translated from the Washington Gap Analysis Mammal Volume by Dave Lester
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