Hydrochaeris Hydrochaeris Collection

Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris) and white-throated kingbird (Tyrannus albogularis) on the back, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America

Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana
FLO4989098 Capybara, Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris (Hydrochaerus cabiai). Native of Guiana. Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration from life by Col

Pantanal, Brazil, Capybara, Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris, along riverbank in the jungle

Close-up portrait of a capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris), Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America

Adult and young capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris) on Cuiaba River bank, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America

Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris) in the water, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil, South America

Capybara, (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris), worlds largest rodent; Llanos, Venezuela

Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris) Pantanal. Largest contiguous wetland system in the world
Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris). Pantanal, largest contiguous wetland system in the world. Mato Grosso do Sul Province, Brazil

Side view of a Capybara with another standing behind it

Capybara, (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris), worlds largest rodent, Llanos, Venezuela

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Exploring the lush jungles of Pantanal, Brazil, we encounter the fascinating Capybara (Hydrochaeris hydrochaeris), accompanied by a curious White-throated Kingbird (Tyrannus albogularis) perched on its back. This South American giant, known as the world's largest rodent, gracefully roams along the riverbank in its natural habitat. With their sleek brown fur and distinctive webbed feet, these Capybaras are perfectly adapted for life both on land and in water. In this close-up portrait captured in Mato Grosso, Brazil, we witness their gentle demeanor and expressive eyes up close. The bond between adult and young Capybaras is evident as they rest peacefully on the Cuiaba River bank in Pantanal. As we observe them swimming effortlessly through the waters of Pantanal, it becomes clear why these social creatures thrive here. Join us on this captivating journey to appreciate nature's wonders with Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris – an enchanting species that truly embodies the spirit of South America.