Why Do Capybaras Spend So Much Time in Water?

Capybaras are semi-aquatic animals. Water can be used for cooling, movement, refuge and normal social behavior.

Designed for the water’s edge

Their body shape, partially webbed feet and facial features support a lifestyle that moves between land and water.

Water is especially useful in warm environments. Capybaras can enter water to help regulate body temperature.

Access to appropriate water is not simply decorative. It supports behaviors that are closely connected to the species’ natural history.

Our promise: We do not promise specific animal behavior. Animals are individuals and may choose to engage, explore, rest or take space.

Official Florida locations

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Where The Capybara Café began.

Our Gulf Coast location.

Our South Florida location.

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