Which action is suggested during the trapping season for muskrat control?

The recommended action during the trapping season for muskrat control is to trap during the trapping season. This approach is effective because trapping is a regulated and environmentally responsible method to manage muskrat populations. During the designated trapping season, the population is more diverse and the animals are more actively seeking food, making them more likely to enter traps. This is critical to maintaining balance in the ecosystem and minimizing damage that muskrats can cause to crops and waterways.

Other options like baiting with food can enhance effectiveness but are not as essential as actively participating in trapping during the designated time frame. Swimming in the water is not practical or safe and does not contribute to controlling muskrat populations. Building nets, while potentially useful for certain control measures, does not directly address the specific action of trapping during the season. Therefore, the focus on trapping during the established season aligns with best practices in pest control.