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Long-nosed hocicudo

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The long-nosed hocicudo (Oxymycterus nasutus) is a South American rodent species found in southeastern Brazil and Uruguay.[1]

Diet

It hunts grubs and worms under the cover of leaves, logs, and stones.

Description

It has a long, flexible nose, and usually utilizes the tunnels and pathways created by other rodents.

References

  1. ^ a b D'Elia, G. & Teta, P. (2008). "Oxymycterus nasutus". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2008. Retrieved 9 June 2009.old-form url
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Long-nosed hocicudo: Brief Summary

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The long-nosed hocicudo (Oxymycterus nasutus) is a South American rodent species found in southeastern Brazil and Uruguay.

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