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Ukraine · Odessa · Kodyms'kyi| Common Animals Fish Mushrooms Flora |
Ondatra zibethicus |
June: Raising offspring. Young muskrats begin to explore the waters, learning to forage and build nests.
Found in North America and Eurasia Fur and meat used in traditional crafts
Aquatic rodent, lives near water bodies and rivers Builds dens and lodges from vegetation Feeds on aquatic plants and small animals
Setting traps on river and lake shores Night hunting with spotlight Use of baits and scent lures
Active at dusk and night Inhabits reed and cattail thickets Set traps near dens and trails
Skin carefully, fur is valuable Meat is tender and perishable — keep cool Singe remaining hair after skinning
Back: Frying, braising
Thigh: Soups, stews
Breast: Roasting, frying
Thigh: Soups, stews
Breast: Roasting, frying
Muskrat Stew with Vegetables (Pan-fry)
Hearty dish with rich flavor
Hearty dish with rich flavor
1. Cut meat into pieces.
2. Fry with onions and carrots.
3. Simmer covered for 40 minutes.
2. Fry with onions and carrots.
3. Simmer covered for 40 minutes.
Muskrat Potato Soup (Boiling)
Hearty, warming soup
Hearty, warming soup
1. Make broth from meat and bones.
2. Add potatoes and vegetables.
3. Cook until tender.
2. Add potatoes and vegetables.
3. Cook until tender.
Braised Muskrat with Mushrooms (Braising)
Tender meat with mushroom aroma
Tender meat with mushroom aroma
1. Brown the meat.
2. Add mushrooms and braise for 50 minutes.
3. Serve with side dish.
2. Add mushrooms and braise for 50 minutes.
3. Serve with side dish.
Herb-Roasted Muskrat (Roasting)
Aromatic dish with herbs and spices
Aromatic dish with herbs and spices
1. Rub carcass with salt, pepper, and herbs.
2. Roast at 180°C (350°F) for about 1.5 hours.
3. Serve with vegetables.
2. Roast at 180°C (350°F) for about 1.5 hours.
3. Serve with vegetables.