Basic and Appropriate Biology

Mice are rodents, and their small size and rapid reproductive cycle makes them easy to maintain and breed in the...

Rats are rodents, and their small size and rapid reproductive cycle makes them easy to maintain and breed in the...

Mongolian gerbils are popular in biomedical research because of their docile nature and ease of care. Understanding their biology and...

Physiological values

Physiological Values  Rabbit Adult body weight: male 2-5kg Adult body weight: female 2-6kg Birth weight 30-80g Life span 5-6 years...

A table of physiological values for the guinea pig.

Research animal facilities are required to maintain suitable environmental conditions for housing different species. These are described in detail in...