How far do rats typically travel from their nest?

Rats typically travel between 100 to 150 feet from their nest in search of food and water. This distance allows them to explore their surroundings while still maintaining a relatively close proximity to their shelter, which provides safety from predators. The foraging behavior of rats is influenced by several factors such as the availability of food and environmental conditions, but they generally prefer to stay within this range to ensure quick access to their nest if they feel threatened.

In contrast, choices that suggest shorter distances, such as less than 50 feet or 50 to 70 feet, do not accurately reflect the typical range of movement for rats, as these distances may limit their ability to find adequate resources. The option of 200 to 300 feet, while plausible in some circumstances, exceeds the general foraging distance typically observed for these animals in urban environments where they often have easy access to food sources scattered within a more compact area.