#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are known to be very patient and will often allow small animals to climb on them.

#capybara Capybara Fact: The capybara's digestive system is similar to that of a cow, and they have a large cecum for fermenting plant material.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras have been introduced into Florida, USA, and have established a small breeding population there.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybara skin secretes a substance that is thought to be a natural sunscreen.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras can sleep with their eyes open.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras have a large, barrel-shaped body, which helps them to float in water.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are very flexible and can sleep in any position, including on their backs with their feet in the air.

#capybara Capybara Fact: The largest recorded capybara weighed 232 pounds!

#capybara Capybara Fact: Despite their size, they are good at hiding and can camouflage themselves in tall grass.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybara babies, called pups, are able to walk and swim shortly after birth.