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Muskrat Muskrat swimming in the water on a sunny day. Muskrat,Ondatra zibethicus Click/tap to enlarge

Muskrat

Muskrat swimming in the water on a sunny day.

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The muskrat, the only species in genus "Ondatra" and tribe "Ondatrini", is a medium-sized semiaquatic rodent native to North America, and introduced in parts of Europe, Asia, and South America. The muskrat is found in wetlands over a wide range of climates and habitats.

Similar species: Rodents
Species identified by travismorhardt
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By Tabitha Catherine Shaskin

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Uploaded May 7, 2014. Captured May 12, 2013 16:03.
  • Canon PowerShot A4000 IS
  • f/5.9
  • 1/636s
  • ISO125
  • 40mm