Hydromys chrysogaster

2 Rakali or Water Rat at Acton, ACT

Hydromys chrysogaster at Acton, ACT - 12 Jun 2018
Hydromys chrysogaster at Acton, ACT - 12 Jun 2018
Hydromys chrysogaster at Acton, ACT - 12 Jun 2018
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Hydromys chrysogaster 13 Jun 2018 michaelb
Hydromys chrysogaster 12 Jun 2018 AlisonMilton

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I was surprised to find this water rat foraging in the national botanic gardens quite a distance from any creeks or rivers. The nearest water source was the pond at the rock gardens. After foraging for a while it then took refuge under the shrubbery.

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