Underrated animals: Rakali

Sure, it's a rat, but it's Australia's own cheeky little water rat!

The rakali (Hydromys chrysogaster) is Australia's largest rodent, and can be found in the waterways all around Australia.

Cast your vote for Australia's most underrated animal here:

https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2025-08-01/science-week-underrated-australian-animal-vote/105582104

Featuring:
Emmalie Sanders, Charles Sturt University

Production:
Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer
Jacinta Bowler, Producer
Rebecca McLaren, Producer
Hamish Camilleri, Sound Engineer
Petria Ladgrove, Executive Producer

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