Usually, I’m quite sheepish about revealing that I’ve spent almost two years learning Portuguese through Duolingo. Chances are slim that I’ll make it back to Brazil before my (difficult-to-obtain) visa …
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Capybaras follow a vegetarian diet, more accurately known as graminivores, primarily consuming grass. Much like wild rabbits and guinea pigs, they graze and occasionally snack on fruits like apples or …
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Here’s another amusing site about capybaras, filled with the usual inaccuracies. To fully appreciate it, you should follow the link at the end to compare the size of a capybara …
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It might have been day or night, it’s unclear, but in August, the monsoon rains and wind wreaked havoc on Ghost Ranch Exotics and Funny Foot Farm. Now, they must …
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A capybara wading through water hyacinths in Brazil. Are these prevalent in your area? Photo credit: Melanie Typaldos (2013) Capybaras are native to South America. (And no, they aren’t from …
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If you’re perusing this blog post, you’re likely aware that capybaras are the largest rodents on the planet. Many of you also know that rodent teeth are continually growing, necessitating …
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Here’s yet another humorous capybara site, complete with the usual dose of misinformation. For the full experience, make sure to check the link provided at the end, where you can …
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Capybaras primarily feed by grazing. In their natural surroundings, they munch on coarse grass and shrubs located near water bodies, both day and night. If you’re planning to welcome a …
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My quest to find capybaras in Brazil did not fare well in Rio de Janeiro. Yet, this breathtaking city stands resplendent even without these charming creatures. Still, the allure of …
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It was either a dark and stormy night, or maybe it was during the day—I can’t quite remember—but the monsoon rains and winds in August devastated Ghost Ranch Exotics and …