There are two species of solenodon, both found in the Caribbean:
* Hispaniolan solenodon ( *Solenodon paradoxus*) found in Hispaniola (Dominican Republic and Haiti).
* Cuban solenodon (*Solenodon cubanus*) found in Cuba.
They are insectivores and use their venom to subdue their prey, which includes insects, worms, and small vertebrates.