List of largest rodents - Wikipedia
This is a list of the largest rodents. ^ Mones, Alvaro; Ojasti, Juhani (16 June 1986). "Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris Brisson 1762". Mammalian Species (264): 1–7. doi: 10.2307/3503784. JSTOR …
The 12 Largest Rodent Species in the World - A-Z Animals
Aug 14, 2025 · Growing up to 4.3 feet long and weighing up to 66 pounds, Eurasian beavers are the third largest rodents in the world and the largest rodent in Europe. They have a similar …
The Largest Rodent Weighs 150 lbs and Eats Its Own Feces
Feb 28, 2025 · Meet the largest living rodent: the capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris). The largest adult capybaras can reach up to 150 pounds (68 kilograms) and measure around 4 …
These Are The Biggest Rodents Ever Recorded In Each State
Mar 4, 2025 · Say hello to the world’s largest rodent, the Capybara! Though not native to the United States, these gentle giants have found a home in the wilds of Texas. Weighing up to …
Capybara | Description, Behavior, & Facts | Britannica
Capybaras inhabit forests and wetlands from Panama to Argentina. The larger of the two species, the capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris), is the largest living rodent in the world, growing up …
Largest Rodents In The World (10 Biggest Species, Pictures)
Mar 23, 2023 · The capybara is the biggest rodent in the world, weighing over 100 pounds. This rodent is the size of a Labrador Retriever, which immediately challenges our stereotype of …
The Largest Rodent In The World Actually Eats Its Own Poop
Aug 23, 2025 · The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) is the largest rodent species in the world, and it's not even a close contest.
Meet The Surprisingly Largest Rodent In The World
Sep 9, 2025 · In the heart of South America, amidst the enchanting landscapes of marshes, jungles, and grasslands, resides a fascinating creature that reigns as the largest rodent on the …
Capybaras: Get to know the world’s largest rodent
They’re the largest rodent in the world, with adults growing up to about 1.3 metres in length and weighing over 60 kilogrammes. The females are also slightly larger than the males.
5 Largest Rodents in the World
Nov 27, 2018 · The Capybara is the biggest rodent in the world. Closely related to guinea pigs and cavies, the capybara is considered semi-aquatic because of its superior swimming ability.