Round-tailed Muskrat

Neofiber alleni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Cricetidae

About

The round-tailed muskrat is a species of rodent in the family Cricetidae, sometimes called the Florida water rat. The species is monotypic in the genus Neofiber. It is found only in the southeastern United States, where its natural habitat is swamps.

Fun Fact

Limited sexual dimorphism is seen among round-tailed muskrats, with female adults weighing an average of 262 grams (9.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live slightly above water level in their wetland habitats.

Diet

Feeds on emergent aquatic grasses, including aquatic plant stems, seeds, and roots, to sustain its herbivorous lifestyle.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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