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Protecting Rock Cavies: Conservation Efforts in Brazil’s Fragile Caatinga Biome

Protecting Rock Cavies: Conservation Efforts in Brazil’s Fragile Caatinga Biome

The rock cavy (Kerodon rupestris) is a small rodent found only in the semi-arid Caatinga region of northeastern Brazil. It is a key species in this unique ecosystem. These social, long-lived rodents live in the rocky terrain and granitic outcroppings, which protect them from predators. The Caatinga biome is threatened by many dangers. These include […]