Mammals of Rosewood Nature Study Area

A list of the mammals that can be found at Rosewood Nature Study Area in Reno, NV.

Muskrat

The muskrat (Ondatra zibethicus), the only species in genus Ondatra and tribe Ondatrini, is a medium-sized semiaquatic rodent native to North America and is an introduced species in parts of Europe, Asia, and South America. The muskrat is found in wetlands over a wide range of climates and habitats. It has important effects on the ecology of wetlands, and is ...more ↓

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