Pond Boss Forums POND CONSTRUCTION Creating habitat Do muskrats eat Creeping Primrose?

I have been concerned about my muskrat(s) and have been working towards eliminating him (them). I identified some Creeping Primrose in my smaller older pond. It went out from the bank about 2 feet and covered maybe 30 lineal feet of bank area. This was early June.

I noticed a few weeks ago it was gradually disappearing and is now all but gone. Is the muskrat eating it? There is plenty of cattails for him so I am surprised at the disappearance of the Primrose. Maybe I should let the little feller stay?

The only other new creatures added to that pond are FHM and LMB. (that I put there).

hmmmm....questionable relationship....
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Hey Asleep...
If ya haven't already been there, this thread has some good input about MR's. Sorry, though, nothing regarding their tastes for Primrose. Muskrat thread
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(I recognize the signature. The handle is different, right? Also, I see that you're an HVAC guy. There has been some strong interest in geothermal H&C; got any experience? Can you tack on any wisdom to the tail of a good thread for us Geo-wannabe's? Geothermal thread )

yes Brettski I was touched by the "screen name" thread. I decided Ohio Scott was boring. I work a lot and tend to overcommit myself in most areas of my life - Asleep at the Wheel could be me if I am not careful. Plus their music is awesome. I will give you some insights re: Geothermal on the other thread.