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According to popular internet memes, capybaras seem to be sociable and friendly with every species on Earth. However, this isn’t the reality. Capybaras, being prey animals at the lower end …

  Not as gruesome as some of the other illustrations in this blog. Check out that tail! As the Farm Manager peels back the corn husks, I impatiently twirl and …

Capybaras have expensive taste. When people discover capybaras, their reactions are typically either curiosity or aversion. Among the curious, some consider the idea of owning a pet capybara, which naturally …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …