Lesser capybara

Lesser capybaraThe lesser capybara is a species in the capybara genus, ranging from eastern Panama into northwestern South America. It has coarse, dark reddish-brown fur and uses waterside habitat.What does it look like?Its coat is coarse and dark reddish brown.How does it live?The lesser capybara is a species in the capybara genus, ranging from eastern Panama into northwestern South America. It has coarse, dark reddish-brown fur and uses waterside habitat.It lives near rivers and wetlands and uses the water's edge for movement and feeding. This species is closely associated with aquatic habitats.Keeping it safeAn extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.