Tayra
A species of Tayra Scientific name : Eira barbara Genus : Tayra
Tayra, A species of Tayra
Scientific name: Eira barbara
Genus: Tayra
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Description
Tayras are long, slender animals with an appearance similar to weasels and martens. They range from 56 to 71 cm (22 to 28 in) in length, not including a 37- to 46-cm-long (15 to 18 in) bushy tail, and weigh 2.7 to 7.0 kg (6.0 to 15.4 lb). Males are larger, and slightly more muscular, than females. They have short, dark brown to black fur which is relatively uniform across the body, limbs, and tail, except for a yellow or orange spot on the chest. The fur on the head and neck is much paler, typically tan or greyish in colour. Albino or yellowish individuals are also known, and are not as rare among tayras as they are among other mustelids. The feet have toes of unequal length with tips that form a strongly curved line when held together. The claws are short and curved, but strong, being adapted for climbing and running rather than digging. The pads of the feet are hairless, but are surrounded by stiff sensory hairs. The head has small, rounded ears, long whiskers, and black eyes with a blue-green shine. Like most other mustelids, tayras possess anal scent glands, but these are not particularly large, and their secretion is not as pungent as in other species, and is not used in self defence. The species have a unique throat patch that can be used for individual identification. 
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Tayra species, also known as the Tayra, is primarily a carnivorous feeder, with a diet largely focused on rodents, rabbits, and small birds. Moreover, they occasionally indulge in fruits, particularly those fallen from trees, complementing their predominantly meat-based diet.
Appearance
The tayra is a medium-sized mustelid with a robust, elongated body and short legs. Its coat is dense and soft, predominantly black, with a distinctive white band that stretches from the forehead to the back of its neck. Males are typically larger and heavier than females. The tayra also possesses a large, bushy tail and elongated snout, utilized for foraging and digging.
Behavior
Tayra is a crepuscular and solitary species. It frequently climbs trees in search of prey, demonstrating skilled arboreal agility. The species marks its territory via scent glands located near the base of the tail, and is fiercely territorial. Unusually, it's noted for its bathing behavior, often found diving into water to cleanse.
Population
Decreasing
