#capybara Capybara Fact: In Japan, capybaras are allowed to roam freely in hot springs in winter.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras have even been known to play with other animals, including kittens and puppies.

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

#capybara Capybara Fact: In the wild, they have been known to form herds of up to 100 individuals.

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

#capybara Capybara Fact: Despite their hefty size, capybaras are quick and can reach speeds up to 22 mph.

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

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are known to form symbiotic relationships with other animals. For example, birds eat insects off their backs.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras can recognize the sound of their own names.