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Capybara

Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris

Photo by Donna Saddler
Published on Project Noah
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Field Notes

Description:

Capybaras are the largest rodents in the world and are semi-aquatic animals

Habitat:

Capybaras are native to South America and live in wetlands

Reference Links:

Capybaras - the largest rodents

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PublishedMarch 3, 2016

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