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Jerry Muskrat
Jerry Muskrat is one of the memorable neighbors of Green Meadows.
Green Meadows model
This is a Green Meadows adaptation model, inspired by the storybook world and clearly distinct from the original Cady illustrations.
Original illustrations
These historical reference plates are shown separately from the modern adaptation model.
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
Thornton W. Burgess storybook reference
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Personality
He teases with twinkling eyes, yet he says he does not joke people in trouble.
Home
His snug house stands in the Smiling Pool.
Friends and relationships
Family: He looks out for friends, warning Grandfather Frog and finding Mr. and Mrs. Quack a safe pond. Rivals and neighbors: Billy Mink, Little Joe Otter and Peter Rabbit share his fun at the Smiling Pool. Hunters and dangers: Paddy the Beaver is his big cousin from the North, and Jerry's fear of him turns to friendship.
Interesting facts
- He slaps the water with his tail to wake or warn Grandfather Frog.
- He recites little rhymes, from a hint for Johnny Chuck to his motto.
- His boasting and not heeding his mother end with his tail in a trap.
Book appearances
- Old Mother West Wind; The Adventures of Reddy Fox; The Adventures of Johnny Chuck; The Adventures of Peter Cottontail; The Adventures of Unc' Billy Possum; The Adventures of Mr. Mocker; The Adventures of Jerry Muskrat; The Adventures of Grandfather Frog; The Adventures of Sammy Jay; The Adventures of Buster Bear; The Adventures of Old Mr. Toad; The Adventures of Old Man Coyote; The Adventures of Paddy the Beaver; The Adventures of Poor Mrs. Quack