Capybaras
Capybaras
are
the
largest
living
rodents.
Their
eyes
and
ears
are
near
the
top
of
their
head.
So
are
their
nostrils.
This
allows
them
to
spend
lots
of
time
in
the
water.
Capybaras
have
round
bodies
and
short
legs.
Their
fur
is
reddish
brown.
Their
tails
are
very
small.
They
have
partly
webbed
feet.
The
feet
help
them
swim.
Capybaras
live
in
South
America.
They
are
often
near
water.
They
wallow
in
the
water
during
the
day.
This
keeps
them
cool.
It
also
helps
them
avoid
predators.
Capybaras
are
herbivores.
They
mostly
eat
grass.
One
capybara
can
eat
six
pounds
(2.7
kg)
of
grass
in
one
day.
Capybaras
gnaw
their
food.
Their
front
teeth
never
stop
growing.
Capybaras
live
in
groups.
A
female
leaves
the
group
to
give
birth.
She
returns
with
the
babies.
All
the
females
in
the
group
help
raise
them.
Capybaras
live
for
approximately
eight
years.
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Capybara Classification: Mammal
Diet: Herbivore
Endangered Status: Least Concern -
Average Length A capybara is approximately as long as an acoustic guitar. -
Average Weight A capybara is heavier than a toilet.
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