They used to be widespread here .
They have declared jihad on them and I haven’t seen one in about 10 years. They were rife 20-30 years ago. If there was a pond or canal, they were fat dumb and happy. Now, nary a nutria.
In the ‘80s I had a gorgeous muskrat fur parka. They’re a bit like nutria — similar but not matching. I sure wish I hadn’t sold that thing.