FUR FACTS 69 



Large quantities of muskrats are found in Louisiana but they 

 are not as valuable as the Central or Northern muskrat, for the 

 reason that they do not lend themselves to shearing and dyeing for 

 Hudson Seal purposes. They are usually made up in the natural 

 state, that is, not dyed, and are very much sought after by the 

 European markets. They are a rich dark brown in color and make 

 very attractive coats. 



The muskrat is one of the staple articles of the fur trade and 

 there are more muskrat skins used than any other fur-bearing animal 

 procured in North America. All of the states have well established 

 game laws protecting muskrat during the breeding season and the 

 supply of this fur will last for generations and will increase if they 

 continue to be protected, and the raising of muskrats is taken up 

 by the small farmer in the districts where they thrive. 



