The Newest, Cutest Baby Animals from the World's Zoos & Aquariums

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The first Capybara in over 10 years has been born at Houston Zoo in Texas! The little male, named Mr. Pibb, was born to mom, Sunkist, and dad, Pop (not pictured). He is a very curious youngster and wasn't at all camera-shy. On December 10, he went outside for the first time with his mom. 

The baby was eating solid foods after only a few days, and even started 'borrowing' his mom's food to eat. He wanted to try everything in his mom's food bowl, and after eating it, he decided to get inside!

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Capybaras are the world's largest rodent, with large adults weighing up to about 150 pounds (68 kg). Found in South America, they live in social groups and are listed by the International Union for Conservation of Nature as a species of Least Concern. 

2 responses to “Baby Capybara Munches on Mom’s Salad”

  1. Cynthia Avatar
    Cynthia

    Mr. Pibb is a cutie.

  2. Smartypants Avatar
    Smartypants

    Isn’t he cute? I love his little snout.
    And the names are clever – I assume “Moxie” and “Mello Yellow” aren’t far behind…?

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