Nutria

Rodent Species Types of Rodents Meadow Vole Chipmunk Nutria Prairie Dog Types of Squirrels

Nutria are medium sized rodents that live in freshwater environments like marshes and ponds.

They were introduced into the United States from their native South America for their fur. Today they are considered agriculture pests in many areas.

Nutria share some phusical characeristics with beavers and muskrats. Their long thin tail is a field identification mark.

© 2004 Patricia A. Michaels