Spix’s Yellow-toothed Cavy

Spix’s Yellow-toothed Cavy

Discover the enchanting world of the Spix's Yellow-toothed Cavy, a medium-sized rodent native to Brazil's grasslands and savannas. With its distinctive yellow-tinted incisors and complex social behaviors, this vulnerable species plays a vital role in its ecosystem, contributing to vegetation control and soil aeration. Learn more about their habitat, diet, and the conservation efforts essential for their survival.