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The porco-espinho, or porcupine, is a rodent known for its sharp, barbed quills that cover its body. Found in a variety of habitats across the Americas, Africa, Europe, and Asia, porcupines are herbivorous and feed on leaves, bark, and fruits. The...

The cachorro vinagre, or bush dog (Speothos venaticus), is a rare and elusive canid native to Central and South America. They are characterized by their short legs, bushy tail, and reddish-brown fur. Bush dogs are highly social and live in small f...

Is a fascinating mustelid species found in the forests of Central and South America, including the Cerrado biome. With sleek dark fur and a slender body, Iraras are agile climbers and skilled hunters, preying on small mammals, birds, and fruits. D...

Is a medium-sized, nocturnal mammal found in forests, wetlands, and mangroves. It has a diverse diet that includes fruits, small vertebrates, and crustaceans. Known for its dexterous front paws, the crab-eating raccoon often forages near water bod...

Is a distinctive canid with long legs and a reddish coat, resembling a fox on stilts. Native to the grasslands and savannas of South America, particularly the cerrado, it has a varied diet that includes fruits, small mammals, and insects. The mane...

Is a large, herbivorous mammal found in rainforests, grasslands, and swamps. Recognizable by its prehensile snout, the tapir feeds on leaves, fruits, and aquatic plants. As seed dispersers, tapirs play a crucial role in maintaining the biodiversit...

Or cateto, is a pig-like mammal found in forests, grasslands, and scrublands. They are omnivores, feeding on fruits, roots, insects, and small animals. Collared peccaries live in social groups and have a strong, musky odor.

Is a small deer species found in forests and shrublands. They feed on leaves, fruits, and bark. Gray brockets are solitary and shy, often staying hidden in dense vegetation.

Is a small canid found in the cerrado biome. They have a varied diet, including insects, small mammals, and fruits. Hoary foxes are primarily nocturnal and live in pairs or small family groups.

Is a versatile omnivore found in various habitats, including forests, savannas, and wetlands. Their diet includes fruits, insects, small mammals, and crustaceans. These foxes are nocturnal and often solitary.