Argentina, ChileFound in grasslands habitats across Argentina, Chile, the Patagonian Mara is a herbivore member of the Caviidae family. Weighing 5.5–16 kg, it is exceptionally low among herbivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Patagonian Mara | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 10.8 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 91% |
| Height | 60 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 30 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 30 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Patagonian Mara inhabits grasslands habitats. It can be found in Argentina, Chile.
Typical coloring: Brown, Gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Patagonian Mara is a group-based species belonging to the Caviidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Patagonian Mara is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Patagonian Mara’s weight of 5.5–16 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #33 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Patagonian Mara weigh?
A Patagonian Mara typically weighs 5.5–16 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Patagonian Mara?
The Patagonian Mara is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Patagonian Mara live?
The Patagonian Mara is found in Argentina, Chile, in grasslands habitats.
How does the Patagonian Mara reproduce?
The Patagonian Mara has a gestation period of 75–80 days and typically produces 1-3 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026