Eastern Woodrat, also known as the packrat or Neotoma floridana, is a small, secretive mammal that is found in different regions of eastern North America. This species of rodent is known for collecting various kinds of objects, including twigs, rocks, and even human-made materials, which they use to construct their nests or dens. There are several other names that this animal can be referred to as well, depending on the geographical area. Some of these synonyms include Florida Woodrat, Allegheny Woodrat, Appalachian Woodrat, or the Gray Woodrat. Each of these names identifies the same species of rodent with its particular location and habitat.