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Common Muskrat

Ondatra zibethicus

Description:

Large dark brown rodent upper parts, slightly paler under parts. Long scaly tail that is flattened along the sides and aids in swimming.

Habitat:

Aquatic areas such as streams, rivers, lakes and ponds. Often burrows into banks and builds lodges.

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TamLar
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TamLar

Bloomington, Illinois, USA

Spotted on Aug 28, 2012
Submitted on Sep 18, 2012

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