The words Dog Breed Info with the letter D inside of a black paw print

Wild Animals (Not commonly kept as pets)

Capybara

Capybara standing against a brick wall

The Capybara is the largest living rodent in the world.

Other Names
  • Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris
  • Capibara
  • Chigüiro
  • Carpincho
  • Capivara
The front right side of a Capybara laying in hay against a brick wall

Capybara

The left side of a Capybara that is walking across hay.

Capybara

Two Capybaras standing around on hay. The front most is digging in the hay with its nose.

Capybaras

Two Capybaras sleeping on hay

Capybaras

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