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Definition of hutia in English: hutianoun hʌˈtiːə A rodent resembling a cavy, with short legs and tail, found only in the Caribbean. Family Capromyidae: two genera, in particular Capromys, and several species, some of which are now extinct Example sentencesExamples - Studies in Central America have shown that animals, like hutia, are attracted to gardens because they offer choice foods.
- The most visible animal on the base is the hutia, known as the ‘banana rat’ by residents here.
- This nocturnal hutia feeds on roots, bark, shoots, fruit, and foliage of many different plants.
- The fur of hutias is generally brownish or greyish in colouration.
- It was said to be slightly larger than a hutia and was a source of food for natives.
Origin Mid 16th century: from Spanish, from Taino huti, cuti. |