Muskrat - in water carrying nesting material in mouth

Muskrat - in water carrying nesting material in mouth (Ondatra zibethica). New York. Nicknamed the Swamp Bunny- Chiefly aquatic - Lives in marshes-edges of ponds-lakes and streams - Moves overland especially in autumn - Feeds on aquatic vegetation-also clams-frogs and fish on occasion - Builds houses in shallow water and also burrows in banks - One family to each house - One of the most valuable fur animals

Gathering Marshes Material Muskrat Muskrats Ondatra Ponds Streams Zibethica

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