They live in groups of 10 to 20 along the shores. They are so trusting that they sometimes approach the boats on their own. At dusk you see them grazing in large groups along the lagoon's edges.
Behaviour
Semiaquatic and crepuscular. Dives with ease and can stay underwater for up to 5 minutes. Groups have one dominant male and several females with young.
How and when to see it
Dawn and dusk at any portal. Practically guaranteed at Laguna Iberá and Galarza all year round.
Where to see it in the Iberá
The gateways of the Great Iberá Park where capybara has confirmed presence:
Tours to see it
Verified providers operating at the gateways where capybara lives. You contact them directly on WhatsApp from the app.
- Esteros Ñe’é
Experiences with local storytelling and a cultural take on the marshes.★ 5.0 - Jurassic Plant - Night Tour
The only carnivorous-plant garden in Argentina and a pioneer in Latin America. A guided…★ 5.0 - Guyra Wild Guides - Birding
Birdwatching tour and photo safari with specialized ornithologist guides. Yamil and…★ 5.0 - SKYVY - Astrotourism
Astrotourism in Loreto, 17 km from the San Antonio portal. Night-sky observation with a…★ 5.0
Species profile
- Common nameCapybara
- Scientific nameHydrochoerus hydrochaeris
- GroupMammal
- StatusNative
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