Surprise capybara twins!
Can you imagine the expression on the zookeeper’s face when those baby capybaras proudly sauntered out that first morning? Because baby animals always seem to be so proud: “We’re capybaras! […]
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Clues to Fighting Cancer Found in Giant Rodent Capybara’s DNA
Genetic analysis of a South American icon reveals how it became a gentle giant—and how it fends off increased cancer risk. Source: Clues to Fighting Cancer Found in Giant Rodent […]
In Memoriam: Joejoe the Capybara Kennedy | Capybara Madness
It isn’t a good season for capybaras. Joejoe was arguably the most famous capybara in the world when he died. Melanie gathered up some great photos and you should check […]
Tribute to Dobby
It won’t surprise you to learn that my home is full of capybara memorabilia. Capybara artifacts are difficult to find, even in South America, where the animals are common, like […]
In Memoriam: Dobby Winnick (Part 3) | Capybara Madness
Melanie understands so well. Domestic pets, by design, readily bond with humans. Connecting with a wild animal takes a different approach, a constant reckoning, a conditional mutual respect. We were […]
Capybara births after breeding programme at Port Lympne wildlife park
A mere two hour drive from London, witness a bumper crop of baby capybaras! A wildlife park in Kent is celebrating a ‘baby boom’ with 15 births of one species. […]
In Memoriam: Dobby Winnick (Part 2) | Capybara Madness
There will never be another Dobby, but I will try to keep the stories coming. Until then, Melanie is writing about him. She’s right. Dobby never much liked riding in […]
In Memoriam: Dobby Winnick (Part 1) | Capybara Madness
Everybody loved Baby Dobby. Thank you again, Melanie, for writing about him during this difficult time. Click on the link below to read about Dobby. Source: In Memoriam: Dobby Winnick […]
A Visit With Dobby | Capybara Madness
Dobby is no longer with us, and will no longer be writing posts for his website. I have many photos, videos, and stories yet to tell, but it is emotionally […]
Dobby Hobby
Why is breakfast served so early? And what’s up with milk that I need a nap afterward? Sometimes milk jumps out of the bowl onto the rug. I need to […]
Dobby the Capybara 