Reproduction in common house rat, Rattus rattus rufescens (Gray), in semi arid region of Indian desert.
R. r. rufescens litter throughout the year with two peaks. The prevalence of pregnancy was maximum during early summer and postmonsoon seasons. Day length and day temperature influenced the breeding pattern which was supplemented by the availability of stored foodgrains in the habitat.
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D000818:Animals; D002940:Circadian Rhythm; D003889:Desert Climate; D005260:Female; D007194:India; D009115:Muridae / Q000502:physiology*; D011247:Pregnancy; D051381:Rats; D012098:Reproduction; D012621:Seasons; D013696:Temperature