The US government is adopting the Viking mentality in its new approach to curbing the ever-growing population of a massive ...

A new source of sustenance has been added to people's diets in certain regions of the U.S. Wildlife agencies are urging locals to eat an invasive rodent wreaking havoc on the surrounding ecosystem in ...

“I would not be opposed to eating a Nutria,” Dissmore said. However, not everyone is eager to add them to their menu. “There’s a lot of animals I want to eat, a lot of people eat, but not me,” said ...

What do iguanas, rodents, fish and wild boars have in common? They’re on a list of invasive species that federal officials are encouraging people to eat in an effort to limit damage to ecosystems. The ...

Back in 1899, a harmful rodent called nutria was introduced to the U.S. through the fur trade. Since then, they have damaged vegetation and crops, destroyed the banks of ditches and lakes, and caused ...

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You heard it right. That rodent is called *** nutria. Some refer it as *** water rat. The large semi-aquatic rodents are considered an invasive species, according to the US Fish and Wildlife Service.

They’re large, fast-breeding, invasive and destructive. They’re also, apparently, delicious. Nutria, which may grow up to 2 feet long, weigh 20 pounds, and eat a quarter of their body weight in ...

A Portland mother says her car was stolen with Christmas presents for her five children still inside. The Portland City Council voted 9-2 on Wednesday in favor of a new policy that will impose an ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The US Fish and Wildlife Service is asking Americans to step up as ...

Could your dining choices make you an eco-hero? The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service certainly thinks so. They’re encouraging people to expand their palates and eat invasive species like nutria, carp, ...