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Paca

Distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America, the paca prefers areas near watercourses, where it finds protection and food.

Pacas are nocturnal and solitary animals, except during mating season. They build burrows in the ground, often with multiple entrances to facilitate escape from predators. They are silent and have excellent hearing.

The paca is a medium-sized rodent with short, thick fur, ranging in color from brown to black, with white spots arranged in stripes along its body. It can weigh up to 12 kg and measure about 60 cm in length.

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