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Capybara trio 'settling in well' at zoo

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm Three capybaras. They are large, brown rodents. They are pictured in a grassy area at a zoo enclosure. Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
The capybara trio have started exploring Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

A new trio of capybaras have arrived at a zoo.

The rodents, which are native to South America, have been settling into their new home at Noah's Ark Zoo Farm in Wraxall, North Somerset.

Keepers at the zoo said the three males took to the pool shortly after arriving from Jimmy’s Farm and Wildlife Park in Wherstead, near Ipswich.

"They are settling in really well so far," they said.

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm A capybara. It is a large, brown rodent with black eyes and small black ears. Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
Keepers said the capybaras are settling in "really well"

"They are staying together in their little group, and slowly starting to explore which is great to see," they added.

The trio join more than 100 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates at the zoo.

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm A capybara. It is a large, brown rodent with black eyes, feet and small black ears. It is walking along through a grassy area in a zoo enclosure. Noah's Ark Zoo Farm
Capybaras are native to South America

Capybaras are the world's largest rodents who are known for their sociable, calm and gentle demeanour, enabling them to peacefully coexist with other species.

They are semi-aquatic creatures who are often found living in groups near bodies of water.

They also play a crucial role in their ecosystem by helping to maintain the balance of vegetation in their habitats.

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