The Chacoan mara (Pediolagus salinicola) or Chacoan cavy is a relatively large South American rodent of the cavy family. [2] They are a close relative of the better known Patagonian mara. …

There are two members of the genus Dolichotis: the Patagonian cavy or mara and the much lesser-known rabbit-sized Chacoan mara (or dwarf cavy). They both originate from Argentina. …

There are two extant species, the Patagonian mara of the genus Dolichotis and the Chacoan mara of the genus Pediolagus. Traditionally this species was also thought to belong to …

A number of common names have been used to refer to this species, including Chacoan mara, dwarf mara, dwarf Patagonian cavy, dwarf Patagonian hare, and salt-desert cavy. In Spanish, …

The Chacoan mara (Dolichotis salinicola) is a relatively large South American rodent of the cavy family. They are a close relative of the better known Patagonian mara.

Chacoan maras are endemic to the South American Chaco, a vast region spanning Paraguay, northern Argentina, and southern Bolivia. They inhabit a mix of arid forests, thorny scrublands, …

Jun 27, 2024 · The Chacoan mara, also known as Dolichotis salinicola, is a remarkable and relatively large rodent belonging to the cavy family. These social animals are known for their …

The Chacoan mara (Pediolagus salinicola) or Chacoan cavy is a relatively large South American rodent of the cavy family. They are a close relative of the better known Patagonian mara. The …

The Chacoan Mara, also known as the Patagonian Cavy, is a unique and fascinating animal native to the Gran Chaco region of South America. These medium-sized rodents have a …

Jan 25, 2022 · The Chacoan Mara (Dolichotis salinicola), well known as Mara is a relatively large South American rodent of the cavy family. Find out more about this unique animal and what do …