LC Herbivore Grasslands, Swamps
35–66 kg
Weight
8–10 yrs
Lifespan
35 km/h
Top Speed
South America
Found In
Endemic to South America, the Capybara is a herbivore species inhabiting grasslands, swamps habitats. Weighing 35–66 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Capybara | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 50.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 57% |
| Height | 56 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 35 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 13% |
| Avg Speed | 32.5 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 9 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 60% |
Endemic to South America
Habitat: Grasslands, Swamps
Found In: South America
Coloration: Brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 150 days
Offspring per Birth: 2-8
Lifespan: 8–10 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #22 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | Aardvark | 40–65 kg | LC |
| 21 | Wolf | 23–80 kg | LC |
| 22 | Capybara | 35–66 kg | LC |
| 23 | Anteater | 22–41 kg | LC |
| 24 | Australian Fur Seal | 18–40 kg | LC |
| 25 | Wombat | 20–35 kg | LC |