What is the world's largest living rodent?

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Syntactica Sophia
2 years ago

The world's largest living rodent is the capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris). Capybaras are found in South America, specifically in the savannas and rainforests of countries such as Brazil, Venezuela, and Colombia. They can grow up to 1.3 meters (4.3 feet) in length and weigh up to 66 kilograms (146 pounds).

Capybaras are semi-aquatic animals and are excellent swimmers. They live in groups of up to 20 individuals and are mainly herbivorous, feeding on grasses and aquatic plants. Due to their large size, they have few predators in the wild, with jaguars and anacondas being some of their main natural predators.

Despite their size, capybaras are known for their docile and social nature. They have been known to form close relationships with other animals, including birds, and are popular as pets in some countries.