CAMPO GRANDE: THE CAPITAL OF ECOTOURISM...

“CAPYBARA“ - (HYDROCHOERUS HYDROCHAERIS), also known as “CAPIVARA” in BRAZIL, is the largest living rodent in the world. Its common name, derived from “KAPIŸVA” in the GUARANI language, means "MASTER OF THE GRASSES" while its scientific name, HYDROCHAERIS, is GREEK for "WATER HOG". “CAPYBARAS” have heavy, barrel-shaped bodies and short heads with reddish-brown fur on the upper part of their body that turns yellowish-brown underneath. Adult “CAPYBARAS” may grow to 130 cm (4.3 ft) in length, and weigh up to 65 kg (140 lb). The top recorded weight is 105.4 kg (232 lbs). “CAPYBARAS” have slightly webbed feet, no tail, and 20 teeth. Their back legs are slightly longer than their front legs and their muzzles are blunt with eyes, nostrils, and ears on top of their head. Females are slightly heavier than males. Welcome to PANTANAL of Mato Grosso do Sul…
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