Exotic Patagonian mara spotted in Colorado park is probably abandoned domesticated pet, wildlife officials say. They’re illegal to own in CO ...

She suggested the Patagonian mara, a species sometimes known as Patagonian cavies or Patagonian hares, may have been an exotic pet that escaped or was abandoned by its owner.

Also known as the Patagonian Mara, the Patagonian Cavy is a large, rabbit-like rodent in the guinea pig family. Cavies can run at speeds up to 45 mph and bounce on all fours, which is known as a ...

A Patagonian mara native to South America was spotted in a Colorado park by visitors and park rangers, photo and video shows.

A Patagonian mara native to South America was spotted in a Colorado park by visitors and park rangers, photo and video shows.

A Patagonian Cavy named Cadbury had escaped from her enclosure last weekend, but has since been recontained, according to owner Kelly Jackson. The strange animal that disrupted traffic on C.R. 38 ...

Exotic Patagonian mara spotted in Colorado park is probably abandoned domesticated pet, wildlife officials say. They’re illegal to own in CO ...

Exotic Patagonian mara spotted in Colorado park is probably abandoned domesticated pet, wildlife officials say. They’re illegal to own in CO ...

Exotic Patagonian mara spotted in Colorado park is probably abandoned domesticated pet, wildlife officials say. They’re illegal to own in CO ...