Eva's Rat Markings Page - European Irish
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European Irish.
Vicks Blue - a pet shop rat
with typical white triangle on the chest.
European Irish
To be a white, equilateral triangle on the chest, with the tip
of the triangle pointing towards the tail. White front paws,
and white hind feet halfway to the hock. Triangle to be even
and occupy all space between the front legs, without extending
on the legs or in a streak down the belly.
Other names: English Irish.
Genetics: aaHh or aahihi?
Known since: 1837 (Rattus rattus), in standards 1907.
All photos by Eva Johansson.
Last update: 18th of January 2000.