Imported for fur, North American raccoons are now thriving in the Czech wild, threatening native wildlife and raising ...

Nutria are recognized as an invasive species capable of destroying native vegetation and agricultural crops. Over the years, they spread from Louisiana into other coastal states, including parts ...

Nutria are recognized as an invasive species capable of destroying native vegetation and agricultural crops. Over the years, they spread from Louisiana into other coastal states, including parts ...

Nutria are recognized as an invasive species capable of destroying native vegetation and agricultural crops. Over the years, they spread from Louisiana into other coastal states, including parts ...

Adult nutria are about two feet long and have a long, rat-like tail that can reach up to 18 inches long. They have long white whiskers, white muzzles, and dark yellow Austin Powers-like teeth.

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 ...

These conditions support the thriving populations of invasive species like apple snails, which prefer water temperatures ranging from 65° to 82° Fahrenheit. The region’s ecosystem, characterized by ...