Life span | 6 to 8 years |
Weight | 30 to 35 ounces (850 to 1000 g) |
Length | 8 to 19 inches (20 to 50 cm) |
Normal body temperature | 102°F to 104°F (39°C to 40°C) |
Heart rate | 250 beats per minute |
Estrus cycle | 13 to 25 days |
Duration of pregnancy | 59 to 72 days |
Litter size | 1 to 7 (usually 3) |
Weaning age | 3 weeks |
Environmental requirements | 65°F to 75°F |