Patagonian Mara. Dolichotis patagonum. Animal №7

The rodent squad
The pig family
Dolichotis patagonum
Patagonian Mara
It is widespread in South America - Argentina.
It inhabits various landscapes from lowland
forests, shrubby thickets to semi-deserts.
Burrows with long tunnels
and many exits serve as a shelter. Active during the day.
They keep in large groups. It is leafed
by various parts of plants. Monogamy.
Pregnancy is about 90 days. Born from 1 to
3 cubs.
Due to its appearance, it is often called
the Patagonian hare. A large rodent.
it reaches a mass of up to 18 kg .