Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is delighted to announce the arrival of three new male capybaras! These adorable rodents have quickly settled into their new home, bringing plenty of excitement to the zoo’s visitors and staff alike. Known for their friendly nature and love of water, the capybaras are already making a splash as they explore their surroundings and get to know their new friends.
These three capybara’s came from Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park and joined the zoo on Wednesday 28 August.
The zoo’s West Section Leader, Emma Ogborne shared, "We're all very excited to welcome this new trio of capybaras. They arrived last Wednesday and are settling in really well so far. They are staying together in their little group, and slowly starting to explore which is great to see. We've already spotted them swimming too! If you come to the zoo over the next few weeks, come by and try and spot them to say hello!"
Emma continued, “We’re asking for help to name one of the capybaras on our social media, so if anyone has any suggestions, we’re all ears!”
Capybaras are the world's largest rodents and are native to South America. They are highly social animals, often found living in groups near bodies of water such as rivers, lakes, and marshes. These semi-aquatic creatures are excellent swimmers, with webbed feet that help them navigate both land and water with ease. Shortly after arriving at Noah’s Ark, the trio were already testing the water, quite literally in the pool.
Herbivores by nature, capybaras primarily feed on grasses and aquatic plants. They play a crucial role in their ecosystem by helping to maintain the balance of vegetation in their habitats. Known for their calm and gentle demeanour, capybaras often coexist peacefully with other species, making them popular with both their animal neighbours and human admirers.
Visitors to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm can now enjoy watching these charming animals up close and learning more about their behaviours and lifestyle.
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