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    Muskrats

    (lat.) Ondatra zibethica

     

    Geographic Distribution

    From the northern regions of North America via the Golf to the Mexican border. Introduced in northern Eurasia.

     

    Fantasy names

    Muskrat

    Delta Rat

    River Mink

    Hudson Seal

    Rice Cake Seal

     

    Farm housing / Trapping

    Trapping

     

    Use

    The fur of the muskrat is used to produce jackets as well as fur lining for hoods, gloves, shoes and handbags. It takes approx. 25 to 35 muskrats to make a fur coat.

     

    More information on biology and behavior

     

    More information on trapping