noun
- a large South American rodent with webbed feet and dense fur, also called coypu
- the fur of the nutria used in making clothing and accessories
Examples
- The nutria is native to South America but has been introduced to other regions.
- Nutria populations have grown rapidly in Louisiana’s wetlands.
- The invasive nutria causes damage to marsh vegetation.
- Her vintage coat was made from nutria fur.
- Wildlife officials are working to control nutria numbers.
- The nutria’s webbed feet make it an excellent swimmer.