The capybara is a giant cavy rodent native to South America. It is the largest living rodent. Its close relatives include guinea pigs and rock cavies, and it is more distantly related to the agouti, the chinchilla, and the nutria. This animal inhabits savannas and dense forests and lives near bodies of water. It is a highly social species - that's why it is looking for you in our Capybara Looks Sticker.