The nutria (Myocastor coypu), also known as the coypu, is a species of semiaquatic rodent from South America. It was introduced in North America, Europe, and Asia by fur farmers. The coypu is somewhat similar to a very large rat or a beaver with a small, long and skinny hairless tail. It has a white patch on the muzzle, webbed hind feet, and large, bright orange-yellow incisors.
It is often mistaken for the muskrat, another widespread semiaquatic rodent that also occupies the same wetland habitats. However, the muskrat is smaller and more tolerent of cold climates. Its tail is also flattened laterally, whereas the nutria's one is round. The nutria can also be mistaken for a small beaver.
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The nutria is used as a feeder for terror birds like Phorusrhacos, Kelenken, Gastornis, and Entelorhacos.
