Capybaras are cute and friendly rodents that are loved by many. Find out why they may soon be hunted in Colombia.

Costa Rica is no stranger to drug smuggling incidents, but on May 22, 2025, police in the Central American country intercepted two men trafficking more than just illegal substances. The suspects were ...

PORT CLINTON, Ohio — A popular Port Clinton wildlife park has added a big new addition in the form of the world's largest rodent. African Safari Wildlife Park formally debuted the critters Thursday ...

Gated communities are known for their manicured lawns, swimming pools, and wealthy residents. In Argentina, they’re also known as the home of the world’s largest rodents. On a drizzly afternoon in ...

Live traps have been placed to recapture a capybara which escaped from a zoo after the creature was located but not retrieved during a night-time search. One-year-old Cinnamon escaped from Hoo Zoo and ...

At the time of her escape, zoo owner Will Dorrell said the adventurous capybara was "probably living her best life". After ...

Capybaras, the world’s largest rodent, naturally live in vast grasslands, wetlands and rivers throughout South America. Their name literally means grass eater in the Tupi language, which is indigenous ...

Quick to jump on the capywagon and profit from their popularity, hotels, cafes and zoo enclosures are also popping up all over the globe, with merch ranging from slippers and rugs to cuddly toys, and ...

Capybaras have become somewhat of an internet sensation. Loved for their relaxed demeanour, friendly nature and laid-back lifestyle, they’re social media icons. But beyond the viral videos, there’s a ...

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV/Gray News) – A Wisconsin zoo announced the passing of one of its capybaras, a longtime and well-loved resident. The Henry Vilas Zoo said on Wednesday that Fiona the capybara had ...