Additional information
| Common Name | Muskrat |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ondatra zibethicus |
| Habitat | Marshes, lakes, waterways. |
| Size | To 24 in. (60 cm) |
Often mistaken for beavers, these aquatic rodents are smaller and have a long, scaly tail that is flattened on either side.
| Common Name | Muskrat |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Ondatra zibethicus |
| Habitat | Marshes, lakes, waterways. |
| Size | To 24 in. (60 cm) |