Muskrat

Often mistaken for beavers, these aquatic rodents are smaller and have a long, scaly tail that is flattened on either side.

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Common Name

Muskrat

Comments

In swampy areas, they construct dome-shaped houses of marsh vegetation up to 3 ft. (90 cm) high. Feeds primarily on aquatic plants.

Scientific Name

Ondatra zibethicus

Habitat

Marshes, lakes, waterways.

Size

To 24 in. (60 cm)