Black Agouti (Dasyprocta fuliginosa) — Least Concern Mammalia

Black Agouti

Dasyprocta fuliginosa

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Dasyproctidae

About

The black agouti is a South American species of agouti from the family Dasyproctidae.

Fun Fact

It is found in the northwestern Amazon in southern Venezuela, eastern Colombia, eastern Ecuador, western Brazil and northeastern Peru.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in forests, thick brush, savannas, and cultivated areas.

Diet

Feeds on fruits and nuts.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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