COATI

CHARACTERISTICS: Their body length ranges from 80-130cm. They weigh between 3 and 7 Kg, with the male being larger than the female. From the raccoon family. They do not have very well developed sight, but do have well-developed hear and smell. They are both tree-dwelling and terrestrial.
DIET: As well as insects and fruit, their diet includes eggs and squabs.
REPRODUCTION: In February, March the dominant male of the community mates with the females. Mating takes place in trees. The females leave the group prior to the moment of birth and breed in nests built at a certain
CURIOSITIES: The males lead a solitary life, while the females prefer highly organised groups. The social bonds between females are very well developed. All of them help each other in the care and protection of the young even when it comes to suckling.