#capybara Capybara Fact: Some capybaras have been observed 'adopting' orphaned pups and raising them as their own.

#capybara Capybara Fact: They use their large, sharp incisors to dig for roots and bulbs.

#capybara Capybara Fact: They are excellent swimmers and can stay underwater for up to five minutes at a time.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are highly vocal animals and will make a variety of noises to communicate with their group, including barks, whistles, and grunts.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Their preferred habitats are densely forested areas near bodies of water.

#capybara Capybara Fact: When capybaras are happy, they make a noise that sounds like purring.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are very affectionate and will often nuzzle and lick each other.

#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: Despite their large size, capybaras are very agile and can easily maneuver through the thick underbrush of their native habitats.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras in the wild have been observed using their teeth to defend themselves against predators.