Hello, I'm a wildlife expert with a keen interest in the behavior and capabilities of various animal species, including rodents like rats. When it comes to climbing, rats are quite adept.

Rats are known for their agility and climbing abilities. They have strong hind legs and sharp claws that allow them to scale vertical surfaces with ease. They can climb up walls, trees, and other structures. In fact, rats are capable of climbing several times their own body length in a short amount of time. However, their climbing prowess is generally more effective on rough or textured surfaces where they can get a grip with their claws. Smooth surfaces can be more challenging for them.

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The house mouse and the brown rat are common rodent pests. ... Rats are efficient burrowers and can burrow for several metres horizontally. Both rats and mice are good climbers and can climb vertical walls if the surface is rough enough, and ��shimmy�� up between walls and drain pipes.read more >>