Capybara

Diet

Herbivorous; primarily grasses, aquatic plants, tree bark, fruits, and specialized high-fiber rodent pellets supplemented with Vitamin C

Temp. Range

15°C - 35°C

Lifespan

8 - 12 years

Habitat

Semi-aquatic terrestrial environment requiring a large outdoor land area with a deep, clean water body or pool for swimming

Space Needed

Minimum 500 square feet of outdoor yard space with secure fencing per pair, plus a minimum 9 x 12 feet pool of at least 4 feet depth