#capybara Capybara Fact: To avoid predators, capybaras are most active during dawn and dusk, which makes them crepuscular.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Female capybaras are often larger than males.

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

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

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are great climbers and will often climb onto tree stumps and logs to look out for danger.

#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 love wallowing in mud, as it helps to regulate their body temperature.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Capybaras are not an endangered species, but they are hunted for their meat and hide.

#capybara Capybara Fact: They have webbed feet which help them paddle in the water.

#capybara Capybara Fact: Their sweat has a sweet, grassy odor.