Petrillo, Lisa. Animals around the world. South America

Capybaras are social animals that spend most of their time near lakes, ponds, and marshes across South America. Called "water pigs," these champion swimmers are also the world's largest rodent. Discover more about these friendly animals in All About South American Capybaras, one of 30 books in our Animals Around the World series. Each title is beautifully illustrated with large, eye-catching photographs, a map, and glossary

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