What is another word for abrocoma?
Pronunciation: [ɐbɹəkˈə͡ʊmə] (IPA) 
Abrocoma is a South American rodent species that belongs to the chinchilla family. There are various synonyms for the word abrocoma, including mountain chinchilla, Andean chinchilla rat, brush-tailed chinchilla rat or mountain viscacha rat. These synonyms are used interchangeably within the scientific community depending on the geographic region, physical appearance, and varying genetic characteristics of the species. Some synonyms, such as Andean chinchilla rat, highlight the rodent's close relations to chinchillas, while brush-tailed chinchilla rat draws attention to the unique brush-like fur on its tail. Despite their small size, abrocomas hold an important ecological role in maintaining the balance of South American ecosystems.
