Nutria are a rat-like, semi-aquatic rodent that was introduced to Oregon from South America in the 1930s. They are an invasive species that poses challenges for Oregon's native wildlife.

Editor’s note: It is illegal to release nutria into the wild in Oregon. This information was not included in the original video.

This "Oregon Field Guide" story premiered Feb. 1, 1993.

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