
Coypu,
Myocaster coypus
Suborder
Hystricognathi
This large robust rodent
burrows in river banks, feeds on water plants and is a good
swimmer. The hind feet are webbed and long, coarse outer fur
stops the soft underfur from becoming wet. The females
mammae are situated in a row high on the side to enable her to
feed the young while swimming.
Link to
Coypu Skeleton
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