Capybara
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| Family | Caviidae |
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| Class | Mammalia |
| Order | Rodentia |
| Mass | 35 – 66 kg (Adult) |
| Scientific name | Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris |
| Did you know | During the drier season larger groups of about 50 or 100 capybaras are seen. |
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| ID | 924218 |
About Capybara
The capybara is a mammal native to South America. It is the largest living rodent in the world. Also called chigüire, chigüiro and carpincho, it is a member of the genus Hydrochoerus, of which the only other extant member is the lesser capybara.
Capybara Photos
