Yolanda's tuco-tuco facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Yolanda's tuco-tuco |
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Ctenomys
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yolandae
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The Yolanda's tuco-tuco (Ctenomys yolandae) is a small animal that belongs to the rodent family. It is a type of tuco-tuco, which are known for living underground. This specific tuco-tuco species is found only in a special area of Argentina.
About Yolanda's Tuco-Tuco
Yolanda's tuco-tuco is a rodent, just like mice, rats, and squirrels. It is part of a group of animals called Ctenomyidae. These animals are known for their strong claws, which they use to dig tunnels. Tuco-tucos spend most of their lives underground in these tunnels.
Where It Lives
This tuco-tuco lives only in a specific part of Argentina. This area is called Santa Fe Province, which is in the northeast of the country. It prefers to live near two important rivers: the Paraná and the San Javier rivers. Animals that are found only in one specific area are called endemic.
Its Name
The Yolanda's tuco-tuco was named after an important person. Her name was Yolanda Davis, and she was a biologist from Argentina. Biologists are scientists who study living things. She helped discover and study many animals, and this tuco-tuco was named in her honor.
See also
In Spanish: Tuco-tuco santafesino para niños
