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Myocastor Coypus Collection

The Myocastor coypus, commonly known as the Coypu or Nutria

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Coypu c. 1900 (colour litho)

Coypu c. 1900 (colour litho)
1776287 Coypu c.1900 (colour litho) by Brehm, Alfred (1829-84) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The coypu (Myocastor coypus), also known as the river rat or nutria, is a large, herbivorous

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Two Coypu resting among rocks in their enclosure at London Zoo, April 1925 (b / w photo)

Two Coypu resting among rocks in their enclosure at London Zoo, April 1925 (b / w photo)
3083351 Two Coypu resting among rocks in their enclosure at London Zoo, April 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Coypu (nutria) (Myocastor coypus), Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Coypu (nutria) (Myocastor coypus), Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Ridgefield, Washington State, USA. Nutria scratching in Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

Ridgefield, Washington State, USA. Nutria scratching in Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. Coypu, also known as the river rat or nutria, is a large, omnivorous, semi-aquatic rodent

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Coypu / Nutria (Myocastor coypus) swimming, Camargue, France, April 2009

Coypu / Nutria (Myocastor coypus) swimming, Camargue, France, April 2009

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Nutria, Coypu or River Rat -Myocastor coypus-, Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany

Nutria, Coypu or River Rat -Myocastor coypus-, Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Coypu, River Rat or Nutria -Myocastor coypus-, floating, Poing, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

Coypu, River Rat or Nutria -Myocastor coypus-, floating, Poing, Upper Bavaria, Bavaria, Germany

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Nutria (Myocastor coypus) adult sunning in bald cypress branches, east Texas

Nutria (Myocastor coypus) adult sunning in bald cypress branches, east Texas

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Nutria or Coypu -Myocastor coypus- foraging in a pond, Camargue, France, Europe

Nutria or Coypu -Myocastor coypus- foraging in a pond, Camargue, France, Europe

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Nutria. Myocastor Coypus

Nutria. Myocastor Coypus

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Rodents, 19th century C015 / 6095

Rodents, 19th century C015 / 6095
Rodents. 19th-century artwork of a lemming (upper left), a dormouse (upper right), a Eurasian beaver (upper centre, Castor fiber), a coypu (lower left, Myocastor coypus), a black rat (lower right)

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: USA, North America, Louisiana

USA, North America, Louisiana
USA, Louisiana, Paul J. Rainey Wildlife Sanctuary. Family of wild nutria resting on duckweed-covered log

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: Young coypu swimming

Young coypu swimming
Young coypu (Myocastor coypus) swimming. This rodent is native to South America. It has been introduced to Europe, North America and Asia, where it has become well established

Background imageMyocastor Coypus Collection: coypu (Myocastor coypus)

coypu (Myocastor coypus) by the water. This rodent is native to South America. It has been introduced to Europe, North America and Asia, where it has become well established


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The Myocastor coypus, commonly known as the Coypu or Nutria, is a fascinating creature that has captured the attention of photographers and wildlife enthusiasts worldwide. Dating back to 1900, a colour lithograph showcases the beauty of this species in all its glory. In April 1925, two Coypus were spotted resting among rocks in their enclosure at London Zoo. The black and white photograph captures their tranquility and gracefulness within this urban oasis. From Europe to the United States, these creatures have made themselves at home in various habitats. In Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy, a Nutria was photographed against a picturesque backdrop - showcasing the harmonious relationship between nature and civilization. Venturing across continents to Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge in Washington State, USA; we witness these agile animals scratching and swimming with ease. Their adaptability shines through as they navigate their surroundings effortlessly. April 2009 brought us to Camargue, France where a Coypu gracefully swam through serene waters. Its sleek movements leave us mesmerized by its elegance. Even in east Texas' bald cypress branches lies an adult Nutria sunning itself - basking in the warmth of nature's embrace. This image reminds us of the importance of preserving natural habitats for these remarkable creatures. Wiesbaden, Hesse in Germany presents another glimpse into their world as we observe them floating on water or exploring their surroundings with curiosity and determination. Whether it be swimming or scratching amidst reeds or rocks; whether it be sunning themselves or gracefully gliding through calm waters – each photograph tells a unique story about this captivating species: Myocastor coypus – truly an embodiment of resilience and adaptability within our diverse ecosystems.