The African Giant/Pouched Rat (Cricetomys gambianus) - it's Physiology, ecology, care & taming is a comprehensive rodent textbook and the first of its kind discussing the complete life of this rodent species. It includes information collected from the latest research and advice from current rat owners. It explores the evolution of this species and presents a detailed anatomical description of the adult rat. It also discusses the care of the rat and has a comprehensive section on disease and treatment thereof. The ecological importance of the rat in the wild is evaluated. Anatomical considerations are included. The book is an extremely useful reference source for those interested in rats, and for academics and students. It is well worth purchasing and would sit nicely on a library bookshelf.