Least Concern
Capybara
Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris
The world's largest rodent, commonly found near rivers, marshes, and flooded grasslands.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Wetland
Diet
Herbivore
Lifespan
8–10 years in the wild
Size
Body length 1–1.3 m; weight 35–66 kg
Scientific Name
Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris
About Capybara
The world's largest rodent, commonly found near rivers, marshes, and flooded grasslands.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with wetland habitats with a herbivore diet, with a lifespan of 8–10 years in the wild, a size of Body length 1–1.3 m; weight 35–66 kg, a conservation status of Least Concern.
Fun Fact
Capybaras are highly social and spend much of their time in or near water.
Where Capybara Lives
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Llanos
, Venezuela
Pantanal wetlands
, Brazil