#capybara Capybara Fact: They can weigh up to 140 pounds, making them the world's largest rodents.

#capybara Capybara Fact: A capybara's fur can range from a light brown to a dark, almost black color.

#capybara Capybara Fact: They have been known to allow small birds to perch on their backs.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Their scientific name, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, is Greek for 'water hog.'

#capybara Capybara Fact: They are known to be tolerant of a variety of animals and have been observed cohabiting with a range of species in zoos.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras love to roll in the mud to keep cool and protect their skin from the sun.

#capybara Capybara Fact: The capybara's feet are slightly webbed which makes them excellent swimmers.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Their skin dries out easily, so they need to live near water bodies to hydrate it regularly.

#capybara Capybara Fact: A capybara's fur can range from a light brown to a dark, almost black color.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras in the wild have been observed 'babysitting' the young of other capybaras.