Mammals - invasive

Nutria (Myocastor coypus) on Jun 16, 2009

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Commentary

Thank you for submitting the report. Nutria are are now common throughout western Oregon, and their presence in urban areas is increasing. Unfortunately, nothing can be done in this situation without consent from the landowner.

It is important to realize that nutria are rodents and potential reservoirs for a variety of diseases that can be transferred to other species, including humans in some cases. As is the case with many species of wildlife, nutria can become aggressive if they are disturbed; it is important to leave them alone and not feed them.

The nutria page on the Center for Lakes and Reservoirs website at http://www.clr.pdx.edu/projects/ans/nutria.php contains more information on nutria impacts if you are interested. My contact information can also be found on this site if you have questions or would like further information.

Thanks again for your efforts!

Trevor Sheffels
Center for Lakes and Reservoirs
Portland State University

Trevor Sheffels
June 16, 2009, 6:23 a.m.

Resources

There is a lot of good information about nutria in Oregon on the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife's Living With Wildlife site.

Location

There is afamily of Nutria living in the back yard of the house at 727 F Street in Springfield. They come out at night from under the fence, into the alley that runs from 7th street to 8th Street, between E and F.
The person who lives there refuses to do anything to eliminate them, in spite of requests from neighbors.

Expert Reviewer

Trevor Sheffels

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