Patagonian Mara
Dolichotis patagonum
The Patagonian mara is a large, long-legged rodent of arid grasslands, scrub, and open plains in Argentina. Adults graze on grasses, herbs, and other plant material, often sitting upright like a small antelope or hare. They rely on keen alertness and sudden running speed to escape predators rather than fighting directly. One notable fact is that breeding pairs are strongly bonded, while their young are often raised around shared dens.
- Type
- Swift
- Conservation status
- NT
Growth chain
- ?
- Patagonian Mara