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The Capybara
This furry fellow is related to mice, hamsters and guinea pigs. But you won't find him in your local pet shop. He's a capybara, the world's largest rodent. A full-grown capybara can weigh more than 100 pounds and stand as tall as a German shepherd dog. With his webbed feet, though, this rodent is a better swimmer.

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