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The round-tailed muskrat is a semiaquatic and nocturnal species native to the southeastern United States. [3] Limited sexual dimorphism is seen among round-tailed muskrats, with female adults weighing an average of 262 grams (9.2 oz) and male adults measuring at a slightly heavier average of 279 grams (9.8 oz). [3]
The muskrat or common muskrat [1] (Ondatra zibethicus) is a medium-sized semiaquatic rodent native to North America and an introduced species in parts of Europe, Asia, and South America. The muskrat is found in wetlands over various climates and habitats. It has crucial effects on the ecology of wetlands, [2] and is a resource of food and fur ...
Round-tailed muskrat, N. alleni; Genus Ondatra. Muskrat, O. zibethicus; Of these, the muskrat (O. zibethicus) is found throughout North America aside from the warmer or drier regions, and has been introduced to Eurasia. The round-tailed muskrat (N. alleni) is only found in Florida and adjacent Georgia, just outside of the range of O. zibethicus.
Round-tailed muskrat. Neofiber alleni (True, 1884) common; peninsula and isolated populations in Apalachicola and Okefenokee areas [202] Florida woodrat. Neotoma floridana (Ord, 1818) uncommon; panhandle, northern two thirds of peninsula and rare; Key Largo [203] Key Largo woodrat. Neotoma floridana smalli (Sherman, 1955) Endangered in Key ...
The muskrat or common muskrat [1] (Ondatra zibethicus) is a medium-sized semiaquatic rodent native to North America and an introduced species in parts of Europe, Asia, and South America. Quick Facts Conservation status, Scientific classification ...
Round-tailed muskrat, Neofiber alleni [n 4] LC; Muskrat, Ondatra zibethicus [n 4] LC; Western heather vole, Phenacomys intermedius [n 4] LC; Eastern heather vole, Phenacomys ungava [n 1] LC; Northern bog lemming, Synaptomys borealis [n 4] LC; Southern bog lemming, Synaptomys cooperi [n 4] LC
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Size: 31–45 cm (12–18 in) long, plus 14–25 cm (6–10 in) tail [116] Habitat: Inland wetlands, forest, and shrubland [117] Diet: Primarily eats fish, amphibians, crustaceans, muskrats, and small mammals [117] LC Unknown [117] Colombian weasel. N. felipei (Izor and Torre, 1978) Small area of northwest South America