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Animal facts · Central Mississippi
Nutria
What to know about nutria in Mississippi, the problems they cause around homes and businesses, and when to call Critter Control of Central Mississippi.
About nutria
What to know about nutria
Also called coypu, nutria are native to South America. Brought to the United States in the 1930s for their valuable fur, the animals were introduced to the wild and are an invasive species. They now inhabit areas of the Pacific Northwest, the Gulf Coast, and the Atlantic states. Notorious for repopulating quickly, nutria are found in new habitats with regularity and cause damage to various crops, vegetation, and wetlands across the country.
Nutria typically deposit their feces in or near rivers, streams, and ponds, so water can quickly become contaminated. The rodents carry pathogens and parasites in their feces that make water unsafe for drinking or swimming. Residents who identify nutria droppings in their yards should assume that nearby bodies of water could be tainted.
Getting help
When to call Critter Control
Once nutria tracks are found, property owners should contact the wildlife removal experts at Critter Control. While trapping and habitat modification are somewhat effective, they're also time consuming and costly. The best way to eliminate problem nutria is with professional assistance.
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