Water-baby

Muskrat

(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

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