Muskrat Negative Footprint Replica
$10.00
Muskrat or Ondatra zibethicus are covered with short, thick fur, which is medium to dark brown or black in color, with the belly a bit lighter as the age increases, it turns a partly gray in color.
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Description
Muskrat Negative Footprint Replica measures 3.3 inches. Muskrat Negative Footprint Replica is museum-quality polyurethane cast. 1:1 scale. Made in USA.
A Muskrat’s small front feet appear to be four-toed, but there is a tiny fifth toe that is hard to see. Their narrow hind feet, about 3 inches long, have five toes and are only partially webbed.
The front feet of the muskrat consist of four clawed toes and a small-nailed thumb. These fore feet are small and quite suitable for the skillful manipulation of plant material and for digging.
Although their large hind feet are used in swimming, they are not webbed like those of the beaver and otter. Instead, the four long toes of each foot are fringed with stiff bristles, partially webbed and are used as oars when swimming, with the tail serving as a rudder.
The muskrat is found in wetlands over a wide range of climates and habitats. Muskrats or Ondatra zibethicus have important effects on the ecology of wetlands, and is a resource of food and fur for humans.
Muskrat or Ondatra zibethicus are covered with short, thick fur, which is medium to dark brown or black in color, with the belly a bit lighter as the age increases, it turns a partly gray in color. The fur has two layers, which help protect them from the cold water.
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Rodentia
Family: Cricetidae
Subfamily: Arvicolinae
Genus: Ondatra
Species: O. zibethicus
Binomial name: Ondatra zibethicus
Conservation status: Least concern
Additional information
| Weight | 1.5 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 3.3 in |
| World Muskrat Day - March 23rd | World Muskrat Day is celebrated on March 23rd. Muskrat are fascinating creatures that are native to Ontario and are known for their swimming abilities and adaptations for living in wetlands. |