Red-Rumped Agouti

Tolypeutes matacus

NATURAL HABITAT
Red-rumped agoutis are found in tropical and dry forests of Central and South America.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Fruit, nuts, shoots and leaves
IN THE ZOO – Fruit, vegetables, seeds and nuts

FASCINATING FACTS

• 13 different species of agoutis exist
• Only known species of agouti to be able to open the husk of a Brazil nut
• Will sometimes bury nuts underground to dig up later
• Communicate through grunts, squeals, screams and various postures
• Mate for life