Agoutis are found in forested and wooded areas in Central and South America. Their habitats include rainforests, savannas, and cultivated fields. They conceal themselves at night in hollow tree trunks or …

agouti, (genus Dasyprocta), any of about a dozen species of tropical American rodents resembling the small forest-dwelling hoofed animals of tropical Africa and Asia (see chevrotain; duiker; royal antelope).

The agouti (ah GOO tee) is a rodent from Central and South America rainforests that looks a bit like a really large guinea pig. Its coarse hair is covered with an oily (and stinky!) substance that acts like a …

Often described as a rodent bridging the gap between a guinea pig and a rabbit, the agouti is a fascinating creature found in the diverse ecosystems of Central and South America.

Agoutis are special little seed-dispersing mammals from the forests of South America. They are fast, secretive and camouflaged and contribute significantly to the forest ecosystems they inhabit.

5 days ago · The agouti is a medium-sized rodent native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. Resembling a large guinea pig with noticeably longer legs, its unique physical structure …

Sep 10, 2025 · Tucked beneath the towering trees of the rainforest lives a creature you’ve probably never heard of — the agouti. This small mammal, with its sleek brown fur and bright, alert eyes, darts …

Red-rumped agoutis are members of the rodent family similar in appearance to Guinea pigs, but larger and with longer legs. Endemic to South America, they are the only mammals within their native range …

Jul 29, 2025 · The agouti is a fascinating and often overlooked rodent that plays a crucial role in the ecosystem of tropical forests. Found across Central and South America, these small mammals …

May 27, 2024 · Agoutis live in the forests of South America, Central America, and far southern Mexico. They are large rodents that grow up to two feet long and weigh between 4.4 and 11 pounds. They …