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Hi, this is Roger Tinker owner and general manager of all star pest control in Columbus, Georgia. Today we’re going to talk about the world’s largest rodent, which is a Capybara. When my kids told me, my grandkids told me about a Capybara, I didn’t even know what it was. But I’m intrigued that there’s a rodent that gets this big. TheCapybara, again, is the world’s largest rodent, native to South America. It is to be noted, though, that in North Central Florida, that there are several herds of these rodents there is a semi aquatic mammal, meaning that it spends a lot of time in the water kept the bears are social animals and living groups, up to 100 individuals. They like the grass, aquatic plants and fruit. canopy bears are well adapted to their aquatic lifestyle. They have webbed feet, and their eyes and nostrils are located at the top of the head so they can breathe and say wow, swimming can pay bears out so hold their breath up to five minutes underwater. Capybaras play an important role in the ecosystem. They help gain control of aquatic plants and they are a prey source for many predators, such as jaguars and anacondas. Here are some of the interesting facts about Capybara. They are the largest living wrote it in the world. They can grow up to four feet long and weigh up to 175 pounds. I can’t imagine what it would look like to walk in my backyard and see one of those would probably be running the house and close the door. Cap the bears or semi aquatic mammals and spend a lot of time in the water. They have webbed feet in their eyes and nostrils are located top of the head so they can breathe and see why they’re swimming. Cap the bears are social animals and living groups up to 100 individuals they eat grasses fruits and aquatic plants. NowCapybara are gentle and intelligent animals. They also very social in sport enjoy spending time with the herd. They can be domesticated and make affectionate. To and like having a big dog you have a big Capybara. Capybaras are currently listed as a least concern. As on the list of threatened species. However, they’re facing some threats such as habitat loss, hunting and diseases. They also are seen as passed by farmers and I can understand that because they would damage the crops. It’s important to protect the Capybaras in the habitat. Here’s how we can help protect them. support organizations that work to protect them. Avoid buying products that are made from their first skin. educate others about Capybaras, and if you live in an area where they’re present, be respectful of their space and avoid disturbing them. And I don’t think I’m going to go disturb 175 pound rat This is Roger Tinker at all star pest control. And if I ever help you with any of your needs, please feel free to call us
