BETA
Chapter 1
The ultimate giant rodent
Chapter 2
Life in the wetlands
Chapter 3
The ultimate social butterfly
Chapter 4
Global sensations and cultural icons
YOUR GOAL
Master of The secret life of capybaras
Ch 3 · The ultimate social butterfly
artiteacher The ultimate social butterfly
Every creature is welcome to float by my side, Find a seat on my back for a leisurely ride.
artiteacher Scent is a crucial tool for capybaras to establish dominance and identify herd members.
artiteacher Capybaras communicate using a complex vocabulary of unique vocalizations.
Fun Fact
Scented snouts: Dominant male capybaras have a prominent, greasy scent gland on their snouts called a morrillo to mark territory.
Glossary
gregarious (adjective)
Tending to associate with others of one's kind or living in communities. These giant rodents form groups of 10 to 20 to protect themselves from jaguars and caimans.
Tending to associate with others of one's kind or living in communities. These giant rodents form groups of 10 to 20 to protect themselves from jaguars and caimans.
Quiz
Which sound does a capybara make to show contentment and keep in touch with its group?