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The video features Memory, a Houston Zookeeper, introducing the audience to a group of capybara pups born just one month prior. The dogs are named after pastries – Biscuit, Bagel, Cannoli, Croissant, and Strudel – and are currently eating corn on the cob, their favorite treat. Capybaras are born as precocial animals, meaning they are paid very well-developed, and these pups walk within minutes and eat solids after two days. They are herbivores that eat plants and fruits, and they are also semi-aquatic animals with their ears, eyes, and nostrils all located on the tops of their heads. The group of capybaras is very social, and they can be found in groups of ten to eighty individuals in South America. The Houston Zoo has seven capybaras in this particular family group.
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Capybaras are precocial animals and eat solid foods by the second day of their birth. Five new capybaras named Biscuit, Bagel, Strudel, Croissant, and Cannoli were born in South America’s Pantanal. You can visit this family group if you need an afternoon pick-me-up.
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Meet our New Capybaras: A Perfect Afternoon Delight!
Capybaras have been making headlines for years because of their cute and cuddly appearance. These herbivorous rodents are native to South America and are known to be excellent swimmers. Now, you can get up close and personal with these adorable creatures in the Pantanal – a vast wetland area in South America. We introduce you to our five new capybaras: Biscuit, Bagel, Strudel, Croissant, and Cannoli.
Capybaras – The Largest Rodents in the World
Capybaras are the giant rodents in the world and have remarkable adaptability. They can live in various environments and are comfortable in dry savannas, forests, and wetlands. They grow to about 1.3 meters long and weigh as much as 66 kg. These animals are social and live in groups that range from five to 20 individuals. In the Pantanal, the new family group is a delight to watch.
Capybaras – Precocial Animals
The capybara young are known as “pups,” They are precocial, which means they are well-developed at birth. Pups are born with eyesight and hearing and can walk within a few hours after birth. Furthermore, capybara pups are born with fully formed teeth and eat solid foods by day two. The new family group of Biscuits, Bagels, Strudel, Croissants, and Cannoli are precocial and delight audiences at the Pantanal sanctuary.
Meet the New Family Group: Biscuit, Bagel, Strudel, Croissant, and Cannoli
Visitors at the Pantanal enjoy the company of Biscuits, Bagels, Strudel, Croissants, and Cannoli. These five capybaras come from a family of ten and are known for their outgoing personalities. The capybaras are comfortable around humans, and visitors can get up close and personal. Observing their social interactions and playfulness is a joy for adults and kids alike.
Biscuit – The Energetic Pup
Biscuit, born in July 2021, is the youngest of the family but also the most energetic. Biscuit is highly active and loves to play, usually with his older siblings. Visitors can often catch him running around or jumping in the water. His playful nature is contagious, and visitors at the Pantanal can’t get enough of him.
Bagel – The “Chill” Capybara
Bagel is the oldest of the family of five, born in 2018. He is the “chill” capybara, usually lying around and soaking in the sun. Bagel is also the most laid-back of the pack and is content to watch his siblings play around him. He is a favorite among visitors who enjoy his relaxed demeanor.
Strudel – The Adventurous Capybara
Strudel is the wanderer of the pack. This capybara loves exploring and is always leading the family to new places. Observers can usually spot Strudel being curious and leading the way. He’s an adventurous capybara that always keeps visitors on their toes.
Croissant – The Busybody
Born in 2019, Croissant is known for being the busiest of the family. She is the one who is most often found foraging for food, and visitors love watching her eat. Croissant is always on the move and loves running around with her siblings. Her energetic spirit is contagious.
Cannoli – The Shy One
Cannoli, born in 2020, is the shyest of the family. Visitors may not see her immediately as she usually hides under a tree or in the water. However, soon enough, she opens up and plays along with her siblings. Observers enjoy watching as she becomes more confident and friendly.
Visit Pantanal – The Home of the Capybaras!
If you’re looking for a delightful afternoon pick-me-up, you can’t go wrong with visiting the Pantanal Sanctuary. Meet our five new capybaras: Biscuit, Bagel, Strudel, Croissant, and Cannoli. Their personalities will brighten your day, and the family group is genuinely a sight to behold!
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? ? ? Knead an afternoon pick-me-up? Meet our five new capybaras: Biscuit, Bagel, Strudel, Croissant, and Cannoli. Capybaras are precocial, so they come out well-developed and eat solid foods by day two. Please stop by to see our family group in South America’s Pantanal.
