- The muskrat swam quickly through the marsh, its webbed tail slicing through the water.
- The muskrat's thick fur and webbed feet help it survive winters in the harsh northern climate.
- The farmer discovered a burrow filled with muskrat fur, a sign that the animal had been living nearby.
- As the muskrat dove beneath the water, its piercing eyes darted around, searching for prey.
- The muskrat's distinctive scent, produced by a gland near its tail, helps it communicate with other muskrats.
- The muskrat's dwelling, known as a lodge, is built of mud and cattails and can be quite elaborate inside.
- The muskrat's diet consists mainly of plants, but it will also eat small animals like crayfish and mice.
- The muskrat's ability to forage in shallow water makes it a versatile and adaptable animal.
- At the side of a pond, a family of baby muskrats played and side by side, their search for food provided for the winter.
- The muskrat's wiggling technique while swimming, helps it to move easily underwater and efficiently catch prey.