Capybaras are considered the most friendly animals. Their cute appearance also makes them kept as pets.
Many species of rats frighten people because of their destructive nature. However, this giant mouse is chosen by many people as a pet. It is famous for its gentleness and is also known as the “friendly queen” in the animal kingdom. Photo: Cool Green Science.

The water guinea pig is an animal that lives mainly in South America, especially Brazil. An adult guinea pig can weigh up to 68 kg. They tend to live in groups of up to dozens. This species mainly eats grass, so it is not as harmful as other types of rats. Photo: Fodors.

True to its name, the water guinea pig is particularly fond of water. They even mate while in the water. Water guinea pigs can dive and stay underwater for up to 5 minutes. Photo: Dreamtime.

When on land, this species also possesses remarkable speed. It can accelerate to 35 km / h – the same as a horse. Photo: Stocky.

You’ve probably seen a bird standing on a guinea pig or a monkey sitting on its back. That is why this species is called the “walking chair”. Because of its friendly nature, it almost never refuses other animals to ride on it. Photo: Flickr.

Water guinea pig playing with cat. Photo: Bored Panda.

Sometimes, it calmly lies next to the ferocious crocodile. Photo: Sina.

Water guinea pigs are also kept as pets. In Japan, a zoo named Izu Shaboten even gives them hot baths to attract visitors. Photo: Shaboten.
