jan 1, 1700 - Norway Rat/Brown Rat
Description:
Norway and ship rats were accidentally introduced to New Zealand in the late 18th and mid-19th centuries as unintentional stowaways on European exploration and trading vessels. Today, these highly adaptable omnivores devastate native wildlife, driving conservation efforts across the country.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1700
Now
~ 326 years ago