[DOWNLOAD: Free Action News Jax app for alerts as news breaks] That rodent is called a Nutria, which some refer to as a “water rat.” The large, semi-aquatic rodents are considered an invasive species.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. California Department of Fish and Wildlife senior wildlife biologist Greg Gerstenberg holds a nutria caught near Gustine in 2018.

Q. What are nutria, and why are they now considered a pest? Nutria (or coypu) are like gophers on steroids. Related Articles How to use (and not use) plant identification phone apps Want to attract ...

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Q. What are nutria, and why are they now considered a pest? Nutria (or coypu) are like gophers on steroids. Since they live near water, they are often mistaken for beavers or muskrats. There are some ...

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