Maras are a relative of the guinea pig family. There are two recognized species of mara, the Pantagonian and Chacoan mara. Pantagonian maras are often kept as pets and can be very social to humans if raised from a young age. In the wild, however, they avoid interaction with humans. Maras may even change their lifestyle, such as becoming nocturnal, simply to avoid humans.
Maras mate for life and produce one to three offspring a year. Babies are well developed and can start gazing within 24 hours. Maras are the fourth largest rodent in the world. Pantagonian maras are capable of running up to speeds of 29 kilometers or 18 miles per hour. Maras weigh over 11 kilograms or 24 pounds in adulthood.
Maras may amble, gallop, hop or bounce on all fours. Maras have been known to leap up to 1.83 meters, or 6 feet.
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