Muskrat

usgb/ˈmʌskræt/
noun

A small, water-loving mammal that has brown fur and a long tail.

The wetlands are home to many wild animals, including muskrats.
Visual representation of "muskrat" - A small, water-loving mammal that has brown fur and a long tail.

Often appears as...

  • muskrat fur
  • muskrat colony
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Habitat Specific

Muskrats are closely associated with aquatic environments, so use this word when discussing animals in such habitats.

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On our canoe trip, we spotted a muskrat by the riverbank.
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Not a Rat

Despite its name, a muskrat is not a type of rat; it belongs to a different family of rodents.

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Although many mistake it for a rat, the muskrat is actually a different species.
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Cultural Presence

Muskrats are featured in Native American folklore and have cultural significance, often representing adaptability.

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The story told us how the muskrat brought earth from the bottom of the water to create land.
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