A genus of large rodents native to Cuba, commonly called hutias, known for their stocky build and semi-aquatic habits.
From Greek capros 'wild boar' (referring to the stocky appearance) plus myς 'mouse,' combined in Linnaean scientific naming for a boar-like mouse.
Capromys hutias are remarkable Cuban rodents that have survived for millions of years in isolation—they're the closest living relatives to guinea pigs and rock cavies!
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