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How Rock Cavies Survive with Minimal Water in Brazil’s Arid Caatinga Biome

How Rock Cavies Survive with Minimal Water in Brazil’s Arid Caatinga Biome

In Brazil’s Northeast, the Caatinga biome stands out. It’s a dry tropical forest that covers over 330,000 square miles. Here, the rock cavy (Kerodon rupestris) thrives despite the dry conditions. These small mammals have adapted to survive with very little water. The Caatinga’s climate is harsh, with very little rain and long dry spells. Droughts […]