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The 10 Biggest Rodents on the Planet

Capybara:

Capybaras are the largest rodents in the world, native to South America. They can weigh up to 150 pounds (68 kilograms).

American Beaver:

Beavers are the second-largest rodents and can weigh up to 70 pounds (32 kilograms).

American Paca:

Pacas are large rodents found in South America, weighing up to 26 pounds (12 kilograms).

American Porcupine:

While not as heavy, porcupines can be quite large, with some individuals reaching 40 pounds (18 kilograms).

Nutria:

Nutrias, also known as coypus, are large rodents native to South America but found in many parts of the world. They can weigh up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms).

Eurasian Beaver:

Similar in size to the North American beaver, the Eurasian beaver can weigh up to 66 pounds (30 kilograms).

Giant Cane Rat:

Found in Africa, these rodents can weigh up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms).

Giant Hutia:

Found in Cuba, these rodents can weigh up to 15 pounds (7 kilograms).

Gambian Pouched Rat:

Native to Africa, these rats can weigh up to 9 pounds (4 kilograms).

Paca:

Similar in size to the South American paca, this species can weigh up to 26 pounds (12 kilograms).

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