Havana

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Other names: Ruby eyed mocha, Mocha
Genetics: Non-agouti with two copies of the English mink gene and one copy of the red eye dilute gene (aammRr). This colour is heavily dependant on modifiers. Quite a few havanas shown are actually mock/American mink (aammR-), as rats with this gene often have ruby eyes.
Description: To be a warm rich brown. Eye colour mid ruby, to harmonise with coat colour.
Status: This colour is unstandardised in UK rat clubs with the name Havana