Genus Mysateles Higher classification Mysateles | Phylum Chordata Family Capromyidae Scientific name Mysateles meridionalis Rank Species | |
Similar Mysateles, Black‑tailed Hutia, Cabrera's hutia, Dwarf hutia, Prehensile‑tailed hutia | ||
The Isla De La Juventud tree hutia or southern hutia (Mysateles meridionalis) is a species of rodent in the family Capromyidae. It is endemic to lowland moist forests on Cuba's Isla de la Juventud. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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