I’m a Peruvian rodent.
Even though I have big eyes, I can’t see very well so I use my big whiskers to feel around a lot. I have the softest fur of all the rodents, although people like to hunt me for it. Like most rodents I like chewing but I also love dust baths.


Class
Mammal
Family
Rodent
Food group
Omnivore
Body Clock
Crepuscular
Life Span
In the wild: 1 to 2 years
In captivity: 15 years
Body Weight
1.1 to 1.4kg
Length
28 to 49cm
Unique Traits
Very agile jumper and can jump up to 6ft (1.8 metres) in the air.