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Capybara Facts

Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. 10 articles.

Capybara
Photo: Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Capybara behavior

  • Do capybaras have predators? Jaguars, caimans and anacondas
  • Why Alligators Don’t Eat Capybaras: The Real Reason
  • Can capybaras bite? teeth, temper and safety explained
  • Are capybaras friendly to humans? calm habits explained

3 key facts

  • The capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, is a rodent found only in South America.

    Why Alligators Don’t Eat Capybaras: The Real Reason
  • Capybaras bark at an intruder, then jump in the river or run.

    Why Alligators Don’t Eat Capybaras: The Real Reason
  • Capybaras graze on grass and water plants, and an adult can eat 6 to 8 pounds of grass per day.

    Where do capybaras live? Habitats across South America

Capybara size and body

  • How fast can a capybara run? Bursts, gaits and water
  • How big is a capybara and how much does it weigh?

Capybara diet and hunting

  • What do capybaras eat? A grazer menu explained

Capybara reproduction and lifespan

  • How long do capybaras live in the wild and captivity?

Capybara habitat

  • Where do capybaras live? Habitats across South America

Capybara conservation

  • Is a capybara just a giant rat? Size, family and habits

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