Lesser bamboo rat (Cannomys badius) among moss, leaves and bamboo, with a species identification label.
Lesser bamboo rat (Cannomys badius) among moss, leaves and bamboo, with a species identification label.

Introduction

Exotic Rodentry is a specialist collection focused on the responsible keeping, breeding and study of unusual rodents, dwarf rats and small mammal species.

Our aim is to promote a deeper appreciation of rodents as intelligent, diverse and highly adapted mammals — through ethical husbandry, careful breeding projects, species education and conservation-minded awareness.

Exotic Rodents • Dwarf Rats • Small Mammals

Welcome to Exotic Rodentry

Rodents are one of the most diverse and successful groups of mammals on Earth, yet they are often misunderstood or overlooked. At Exotic Rodentry, we aim to change that.

Our collection includes a range of exotic rodents, dwarf rats and small mammals, with a particular focus on species rarely seen in private collections. Through thoughtful husbandry, responsible breeding and educational content, we showcase the natural history, behaviour and specialist care requirements of these remarkable animals.

Whether you are an experienced keeper, a small mammal enthusiast, or simply curious about unusual species, Exotic Rodentry exists to educate, inform and inspire.

Four animals from the Exotic Rodentry collection: a Nile black spiny mouse, a Spinifex hopping mouse, a short-tailed opossum and a black silvermane dwarf rat.
Four animals from the Exotic Rodentry collection: a Nile black spiny mouse, a Spinifex hopping mouse, a short-tailed opossum and a black silvermane dwarf rat.

About the Collection
A Specialist Small Mammal Collection (With a focus on rodents)

Exotic Rodentry was established from a long-standing interest in rodents, natural history and responsible animal care. The collection has developed around species that are biologically interesting, behaviourally engaging and often underrepresented in mainstream animal keeping.

We currently work with a variety of species, including various spiny mice, deer mice, acacia rats, mouse-like hamsters, Spinifex hopping mice, lesser bamboo rats and other small mammals.

Every species is maintained with attention to natural behaviour, environmental enrichment, appropriate social structure and long-term welfare.

Core Values

An antique open book with botanical illustrations of a plant with flowers and roots on the left, and butterflies, a caterpillar, a cocoon, and a magnifying glass on the right, all in sepia tones.
An antique open book with botanical illustrations of a plant with flowers and roots on the left, and butterflies, a caterpillar, a cocoon, and a magnifying glass on the right, all in sepia tones.

Education
Understanding species through natural history, behaviour, taxonomy and responsible care.

A detailed drawing of a hollow tree trunk with leaves and branches growing around it.

Husbandry
Species-led environments focused on enrichment, structure, diet and natural behaviour.

Vintage-style illustration of the Earth with detailed continents, surrounded by ornate leaves and berries, and a small mouse at the bottom.

Conservation
Promoting appreciation of rodents and their often-overlooked ecological importance.

Illustration of a family of four mice surrounding a DNA double helix with plants in the background.

Responsible Breeding
Thoughtful breeding focused on welfare, temperament, genetic diversity and long-term planning.

Discover Our Animals

Meet the unusual rodents and small mammals in our collection, and explore their natural history, behaviour and specialist care.

Explore Our Animals →