Nutria

/ˈnuː.tri.ə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large, mostly aquatic rodent native to South America, known for its webbed feet and thick fur, often found in wetlands.

The nutria has become a common sight in the marshes of the southeastern United States.

The fur of the nutria, which is used in clothing and accessories.

She wore a beautiful jacket made from nutria fur.

An animal species, also known as coypu, that is often regarded as an invasive species in non-native habitats.

Efforts to control the nutria population in the bayou have been ongoing for several years.

A member of the family Echimyidae, known for their long whiskers and strong teeth.

Wildlife experts studied the behavior of nutria in their natural habitat.

An animal prized in some cultures for its meat.

In certain regions, nutria is considered a delicacy.

From Spanish 'nutria', derived from Latin 'lutra'.

nutria invasion:

refers to the encroachment of nutria in non-native habitats, often causing ecological damage.

nutria farming:

the practice of raising nutria for their pelts and meat.

Nutria as a term used in wildlife management.

They need to manage the nutria population in the wetlands.

Referring to someone as a 'nutria' who is considered messy or out of place.

He looks like a nutria in that outfit!