Blog – Stories from Placencia & Belize

Introduction: What Is the “Royal Rat”? I If you’ve ever visited Belize, chances are you’ve heard whispers of the Royal Rat  — a local delicacy with a name that instantly sparks curiosity (and sometimes laughter). The “Royal Rat” is not your average rodent. Officially known as the lowland paca  ( Cuniculus paca ), this large, spotted, forest-dwelling animal is native to Central and South America. In Belize, it’s affectionately called the gibnut  — and it holds a surprising roy

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