Capybara[a]
or
Capybara
(
Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris
) is the largest rodentcurrently living in the world, and it is the largest rodent species.[2]
Capybara's habitatis the original and unique species of rodent, called the true Capybara (Hydrochoerus isthmius). The closest relative is the guinea pig, and it lives in South America, especially in the river basins of the Amazon, Orinoco, and Paraná rivers. Capybaras live in groups near water and build nests in areas with abundant vegetation. They are highly social animals, usually living in groups of up to 100 individuals, but typically 10 to 20 individuals. Capybaras are characterized by their large size and webbed feet, which help them swim efficiently.바위캐비가 있으며, 아구티, 친칠라, 뉴트리아와는 더 먼 관계이다. 카피바라는 사바나와 울창한 숲에 서식하며, 물이 많은 수역 근처에 산다. 매우 사회적인 종으로, 최대 100마리까지 무리를 지을 수 있지만 보통 10~20마리씩 무리를 이룬다. 카피바라는 고기와 가죽, 두꺼운 지방질 피부에서 얻는 기름을 목적으로 사냥된다.
