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General Characteristics
Description :
Length : 40 - 52 inches (3.25 - 4.3 feet) Tail Length : 25 - 35 inches Weight : 22 - 39 Kgs (49 - 86 lbs) Range - Central and South America (Southern Belize and Guatemala to Northern Argentina) Habitat - Swamp, Forests and grasslands Diet - Termites, soft body grubs Status -Currently listed as near threatened Reason for the status - hunted for food, pest and illegal trade Lifespan - 14 years in the wild, 25 years in captivity Gestation period - 190 days |