Water Rat (Hydromys chrysogaster)

This mostly nocturnal animal has been spotted along Campbells Creek but is rarely seen.

Have you seen one?

The Australian Platypus Conservancy is seeking reports of sightings.

Read more about and see more of this mammal at the Australian Platypus Conservancy web site.

Read more about and see more of this mammal at the ARKive web site.

Read more about and see more of this mammal at the Wikipedia web site.

Read more about and see more of this mammal at the Waterwatch web site.

Or find even more information about this mammal at the Google web site.

Water Rat photographed by Ian McCann.
Photo: Ian McCann

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