Capromyidae - West Indian hutias
There are around ten living species in this family. They are found in the islands of the West Indies, especially Cuba. Hutias look like
nutrias. They have stout bodies, large heads, round ears, and short legs. Some species have long tails, others have short or no tails. Some species live in trees and others live on the ground. Most species are herbivores and eat fruit and leaves , but some species also eat invertebrates, and reptiles. |
