“Evita” Comes to Long Island Game Farm

(Manorville, NY) — The Long Island Game Farm is proud to welcome “Evita,” a four-year-old Patagonian cavy, to its new habitat. Evita came to the Game Farm as the result of a generous donation.

The Patagonian cavy is the third largest rodent in the world (after capybaras and beavers), reaching approximately 18 inches in height. What make the Patagonian cavy unique are its various features: the body of a rabbit, a face like a squirrel and the ability to hop like a kangaroo. They can weigh up to 25 pounds in adulthood. They can leap up to six feet in the air and run as fast as 30 miles per hour for a distance of over half a mile.

Patagonian cavies are related to the guinea pig. They are common in the Patagonian steppes of Argentina but live in other areas of South America such as Paraguay. Their diet consists of any vegetation, but they prefer grasses and herbs. They communicate using grunts, grumbles and screams, and enjoy spending their time outdoors, especially when the weather is sunny.

“We are happy to receive Evita through this generous donation,” said Melinda Novak, Co-Owner and Vice President, Long Island Game Farm. “Evita is a very sweet animal. She will be the center of attention once the Game Farm reopens for the 2011 season.”

For more information about Long Island Game Farm, call (631) 878-6670, or visit www.longislandgamefarm.com.

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About The Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park and Children's Zoo
The Long Island Game Farm was founded in 1970 by Stanley and Diane Novak and is located on 25 acres of land in Manorville. The Park has grown over the years and has served as a frequent destination of school children that have grown up on Long Island. Each year, thousands of guests visit the park.

Hank Russell, Public Relations Director
PRMG
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