Notable for their thickset bodies, short legs, small rounded ears, and dense fur adapted to cold climates.
Marmots are large, robust ground squirrels belonging to the genus Marmota, notable for their thickset bodies, short legs, small rounded ears, and dense fur adapted to cold climates. They are among the heaviest members of the squirrel family, with some species weighing well over fifteen pounds before hibernation.
Resembling a giant guinea pig with a heavy, barrel-shaped body, short limbs, webbed feet, and a blunt snout.
The capybara (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) is the largest living rodent on Earth, native to South America and known for its semi-aquatic lifestyle and highly social behavior. The name “capybara” is derived from the Tupi word ka’apiûara, meaning “grass eater” or “one who eats slender leaves,” a reference to its herbivorous diet.
There are 124 species, 23 of which are native to the United States
Voles are small rodents belonging to the family Cricetidae, which also includes hamsters and lemmings. They are often mistaken for mice due to their similar size and appearance, but voles typically have shorter tails and stockier bodies. These rodents are found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, forests, and meadows, and are known for their prolific breeding habits.
