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Central american agouti

A species of Agouti
Scientific name : Dasyprocta punctata Genus : Agouti

Central american agouti, A species of Agouti
Scientific name: Dasyprocta punctata
Genus: Agouti
Central american agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) Photo By Brian Gratwicke , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Central American agoeti (Dasyprocta punctata), sometimes also called Central American golden fillet, is a medium-sized rodent from the family of agoetis and acouchies (Dasyproctidae). It is one of the twelve species of the genus of agoetis (Dasyprocta).

General Info

Lifespan

10-15 years

Diet

Central american agouti's primary dietary component are fruits, which it voraciously heaves up and manipulates to consume. Besides fruits, it supplements its diet with a variety of leaves, seeds, and flowers, integrating a multitude of plant materials leading to nutritious balance.

Appearance

Central american agouti is a small to medium-sized rodent with a slim body and agility. Its dense fur is primarily reddish-brown, interspersed with black and white highlights. It has a short tail and elongated snout, adapting to its natural habitats. Both males and females hold a similar appearance. It doesn't possess wings or horns, but it compensates with sharp claws for digging and climbing trees.

Behavior

Central american agouti are social, forming monogamous pairs with a well-defended territory. Their diet primarily consists of fruits which they seek most actively during early mornings and late afternoons. Known for their caching behavior, they store surplus food to manage lean periods. Notably, their distinct sharp 'wek-wek-wek' call serves as an alarm signal, highlighting their good communication skills.

Population

Stable
Central american agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) Central american agouti (Dasyprocta punctata) Photo By Brian Gratwicke , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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