Hi bloggers,
This term for writing we have been learning about capybaras so I worte an info report about them.First we had to write notes then put them into full Sentences. Then we made and info report and Edited it.
Intro
Have you heard of a capybara? If you don’t know what a capybara is you’re about to learn about and by the time you read this info report about cap you’ll be an expert.
Habitat
Did you know Capybaras are native to America.
Capybaras are found in wetlands like rivers,lakes,ponds and swamps. Capybaras like warm places but if it gets too warm they go for a swim in the water. Capybaras can also be found in zoos.
Physical description
Capybaras live in areas with water nearby so they have many features that help them survive on land and water.
A Capybara has long and brittle fur that is easy to dry in the sun when it comes out of the water. The capybara is the biggest living rodent It weighs 35-65 kg. Capybaras are mammals and can hold their breath for Eight minutes! They have partially webbed toes which also help them when diving to the bottom of the water.
Life cycle / babies
Capybaras live for 7-8 years in the wild.
Capybaras have 5-6 babies a year. A baby Capybara is could a pup.Capybara travel in a herd because they like to socializing with other capybaras.
Eating/food
Capybaras eat plants because they are herbivores.they get there food from forest and eat plants in the water. Capybara eat their own poop because it contains beneficial bacteria that helps their stomach to break down the fiber from the grass.capybara need to be careful when they are looking for food or they will become the food.
predators
What are predators to capybara?
Foxes and cats are predators to capybara. Humans are predators because they kill capybara and eat the meat from the capybara. They use the fur and make it into a raincoat.
Conclusion
I hope you’ve enjoyed reading my info report about capybaras. We’ve now learnt about the physical description, life cycle, habitat, eating and predators. From this information we can conclude that they are interesting animals.