How does a capybara defend itself from predators?

Answer 1

Capybara is also known as a carpincho, is considered to be the largest living rodent. It resembles a large guinea pig. The capybara is vegetarian. It has webbed feet so it runs around clumsily but it can swim very well and can remain underwater for several minutes. It lives along rivers and lakes. A capybara's habitat must have a constant source of water. This is a necessity as the water is used for shelter, thermoregulation, and food and also mating.

Capybara's swim, wallow and rest beside the water this is a way of cooling down. The Capybara retreats to the water to avoid predators. Some of its predators are jaguars, anacondas, pumas, ocelots and eagles. So physical adaptations include webbed feet to help them swim and climb the banks of rivers and ponds. Their eyes and nostrils are on the top of their heads allowing them to see and breathe easily while swimming. They are capable of pressing their ears close to their heads which prevents water from getting in and they have a coat of very thin, coarse hair which dries very fast once they are out of the water. and it will also run as fast as possible no seriousli

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Answer 2

One way a Capybara can protect it self is hiding in the water from its predator because they mostly live in the water.

Answer 3

it will run away from its predators as fast as possible

Answer 4

Capybaras protect themselves by social living. (Solitary Capybaras are rarely found.)

Answer 5

they will run as fast as possible