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Capybara

The capybara is the largest rodent in the world. Capybaras live in the forest and on grasslands, around lakes, rivers, swamps, marshes and streams. They make little beds in shallow parts of dirt. Capybaras feed on grasses, aquatic plants, grains, melons and squashes. They live 8 years in the wild and 12 years in captivity. Their main predators are humans, jaguars, anacondas, ocelots, pumas, eagles and caimans.

1. The capybara is the world's largest living rodent.

2. Capybaras are proficient swimmers, swimming with only their nostrils, eyes, and ears above the surface. They are also known to swim underwater - sometimes for considerable distances.

3. Capybaras are social animals, living in groups of 6-20 and occasionally congregating in aggregates as large as 100 individuals. Social groups are controlled by a dominant male whose social status is vigorously and aggressively maintained.

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MJ Mitchell 04 Oct 2008

WOW - very interesting....the largest rodent in the world - and they really go after humans? Scary to think about! Where did you see this one? Fantastic photo!

Cindy Sugg 03 Oct 2008

What a face...I sure wouldn't want to find this "mouse" in my house :)

Emily Reed 03 Oct 2008

CUTE FELLA! SWEET PHOTO!

Leah Jaarveth 03 Oct 2008

what an awesome capture of this guy!

Ai Shan 03 Oct 2008

Stunning shot Pamela! I love it!