They are the host of a type of tick (Amblyomma sculptum) that carries a bacteria which causes a nasty disease.
They aren’t always as chill as the internet portraits them. If they’re with their offspring they can and will protect them. Being bitten by the largest rodent in the world is not a good way to start your day
Definitely not capybaras. That’s for sure.
Got to meet one last month!
I was seated, and it jumped up on my leg to get some greens I was holding.
It’s true, most chill animal around.
They are the host of a type of tick (Amblyomma sculptum) that carries a bacteria which causes a nasty disease.
They aren’t always as chill as the internet portraits them. If they’re with their offspring they can and will protect them. Being bitten by the largest rodent in the world is not a good way to start your day