Crazy for Capybaras: 20 Must-Know Fun Facts!
11 In the wild, capybaras typically grow to lengths of around 4.4 feet (134 centimetres) and weigh up to 146 pounds (66 kilograms). Remarkably, the heaviest recorded wild capybara tipped the scales at 201 pounds (91 kg)!
12 Resembling the hippos of South America, capybaras exhibit semiaquatic tendencies and delight in frolicking within muddy puddles.
13 Much like hippos, capybaras possess eyes, noses, and ears atop their heads, facilitating submerged observation of their surroundings.
14 A seemingly peculiar behaviour of capybaras involves consuming their feces in the morning, a practice attributed to the difficulty of digesting grass, with vital nutrients becoming accessible upon re-ingestion.
15 Capybaras showcase impressive breath-holding capabilities, capable of remaining submerged for up to five minutes, aided by their webbed feet, which contribute to their adept swimming skills.
