The World's Most Relaxed Rodents

The World's Most Relaxed Rodents - Capybaras

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The largest rodent in the world is a Capybara-and they are VERY cute. Native to South America, these semi-aquatic gentle giants are known for their peaceful, sociable personalities. But there’s something special about the Capybaras in Japan’s Izu Shaboten Zoo - here they live a pampered life, drawing crowds of people to see them.
Spending winter days relaxing in their personal onsen (hot bath), eating fruit they relish their time in the warm waters-an activity that has become a tradition in about 20 zoos across Japan since its accidental discovery in 1982. The Izu Shaboten Zoo, where we find ourselves in today’s Great Big Story, is particularly famous for this practice - sit back, relax and get cosy with these cute Capybaras.
00:00 It happened by accident
01:00 Every day
01:26 Meet the family
02:05 They're famous!
03:00 Why we love them
#Capybara #Rodent #Animals
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@NotAPirate 5 ай бұрын

Still not tired of capybara content in 2024.

@beans00001 5 ай бұрын

same (you probably can’t tell)

@TheyCallMeDio 4 ай бұрын

The true KZfaq meta

@hueymontgomery9508 4 ай бұрын

The capybaras are still pullin up today

@dallastexas5653 4 ай бұрын

Capybara and red pandas are straight clickbait for me.

@Tom..Shelby 4 ай бұрын

@@beans00001nah man. Couldn’t tell at all

@Constantine_Cvl8 5 ай бұрын

It's amazing how peaceful they act when you consider how many predators they have to face in the wild.

@halincadenza7165 4 ай бұрын

They been seen chilling next to gators, though

@jonh101 4 ай бұрын

@@halincadenza7165 the gators either ate already or are not hungry. Jaguars and anacondas are a different story

@krungkronch1947 4 ай бұрын

If Capybara was a person, he would probably still be chill when there is a fire or earthquake incoming.

@joshuastefanick4806 3 ай бұрын

@@krungkronch1947they are bad parents. They don’t watch their young 😅😅😅😅😅

@bentlexgaming672 22 күн бұрын

Could it because they might have a bite that can tear of a finger?

@victor9 4 ай бұрын

They are not animals, they are vibes, moods, and lifestyle, they are physical manifestations of relaxation .....

@ps3udologue 4 ай бұрын

Yup, they are the embodiment of pure chill

@GreatBigStory 4 ай бұрын

True! Chill vibes always 🧘

@fireaza 4 ай бұрын

Since it wasn't explained in the video, the reason why you always see citrus fruits (called yuzu) floating in the bath, is due to a belief in Japan that the oils and vitamin C in yuzu is good for your skin and circulation. So it's a tradition to throw a few yuzu in when you're soaking in an open-air bath like these capybara are doing!

@SpringNotes 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining !

@disa.v2365 4 ай бұрын

Interesting yuzu fact :)

@schlagsahne394 4 ай бұрын

Japanese ppl don't usually put yuzu in the bath, though no one will be against it doing it on an ordinary day (since it has a wonderful smell) it's more of a special thing on the day of winter solstice. The tradition originated cuz the smell of Yuzu was believed to keep away demons. For the capybara bath, they're probably doing it since it adds some color and makes it even more relaxing to look at.

@krungkronch1947 4 ай бұрын

Oh really? Oh gotta try it soon.

@advocate_of_HAKAI 4 ай бұрын

Pandas: chaotic good Capybaras: lawful good

@AaronGeo Ай бұрын

Grizzly bears: Chaotic evil Polar bears: Lawful evil

@advocate_of_HAKAI Ай бұрын

@@AaronGeo facts 😂

@dh5363 5 ай бұрын

GBS can dedicate their entire life to Japan and still won't run out of fascinating contents

@GreatBigStory 4 ай бұрын

We love this comment 😂 Thank you! 🫶❤️

@casuals.3.19 4 ай бұрын

@@GreatBigStoryYOOO YOU GUYS STILL HAVE THE SAME VOICE OVER LADY AS 5 YeEARS AGO (I think?) WHEN I USED TO WATCH YOUR VIDEOS BACK THEN

@-Shibbi 3 ай бұрын

@@casuals.3.19I believe the voice over lady is Beryl Shereshewsky, that now has her own youtube channel focus on foods.

@carieannpayne7091 5 ай бұрын

Beryl back with GBS is just as relaxing to me as the Capybara!!! ❤

@pqlasmdhryeiw8 4 ай бұрын

Wait, she's back at GBS?!

@tomaskalinka5679 4 ай бұрын

@@pqlasmdhryeiw8 dont you hear her ? :D

@gwenamoredumal-is8719 4 ай бұрын

I am. Actually not aware that GBS is back. I just learnt about it today.

@lithium444 5 ай бұрын

Capybaras are a planetary treasure

@shabotengroup 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for coming. The capybara open-air bath open until April 7, 2024, so please come and see agein it.

@NeevKul 3 ай бұрын

YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO IT'S THEM

@thatshirleylee 5 ай бұрын

i am a simple man. i see professionally shot capybara content, i hit like.

@dolphincrescent54 5 ай бұрын

Those Capybara are the luckiest animals in the zoo. I envy them.

@gloriastone3211 5 ай бұрын

Beryl is back on Great Big Story? I recognized her voice right away! Capybaras are so cute!

@anonview 4 ай бұрын

Utamaru definitely looks like that calm, collected dad who has a solution to all your teenage problems. Lovely creatures!

@usamaepekonis 5 ай бұрын

Me every time I see Capybara related videos: "OK I pull up"

@Mr_Mistah 4 ай бұрын

Hop out at the after party

@bookish.calirican 4 ай бұрын

i love capybaras! i aspire to reach that level of chill and relaxation

@Nadia1989 4 ай бұрын

Pfp checks out

@ScorpionStrike7 5 ай бұрын

I wish I could have this level of chill 😅

@ariannasv22 4 ай бұрын

I think its just a universal mammal (and probably beyond) thing of "mmm hot water"

@loki2240 4 ай бұрын

Capybaras: "We put our bottoms in this warm water. Now, it is ours." 😂

@alfredofernando9599 4 ай бұрын

Masbro really loves the hot spring and the people. Really cute

@RickR69 5 ай бұрын

This is the cutest damn thing I've seen in a while. Fantastic stuff.

@happycook6737 4 ай бұрын

Capybara enjoying onsen. 🤣Now I have seen it all.

@YourCapybaraAmigo_17yrsago 5 ай бұрын

Ah, my spirit animals 😂. One of the world's most amazing creatures. The personification of being perfectly friend-shaped. I can not get over these guys 🤣🤣😭😭😭💀 My people 👐 😂

@milkdromeda1531 21 күн бұрын

In Japan, even capybaras start taking hot baths 😂

@galacgacwatson3102 5 ай бұрын

You have no idea how happy you just made me. Thank you Great Big Story for the great content! ❤

@taylorR909 5 ай бұрын

This is the same park they used in the anime: Yuru Camp (Laid Back Camp). Ever since I saw that episode I always wanted to visit this park.

@pamady276 4 ай бұрын

Fellow Shimarin fans also here 😂

@mantidream8179 4 ай бұрын

I will post here some flavor text from an mtg card called "Basking Capybara": "Even our most learned philosophers can only hope to approach the inner serenity of the humble capybara"

@wastedsoul1024 3 ай бұрын

they do be chillin' 😊

@shreddedbulgariamapperofficial 4 ай бұрын

When the world needed this channel, it returned

@TwittytheTailor 5 ай бұрын

Hey guys, just wanted to let you know you used an interview soundbite twice since I don't know if it was intentional. The first time at 2:27 and the second time at 3:11

@sidd_not_vicious2609 4 ай бұрын

I absolutely adore these creatures and would love to see them in the parks around where I live

@carvcarv0053 4 ай бұрын

I wish I can be like a capybara. Relaxed almost all the time :3

@SummerFlowyYT 4 ай бұрын

Then a big fat crocodile came and ate you. The End

@WolfTheTrueKing 4 ай бұрын

As someone from South America I can agree they're adorable and having them around lakes over here is super fun. The sad part is that here in the south of the americas there's a risk they have a flea with them that could kill you if infected. So no petting Capys when you're visiting over here, zoos outside south america should be fine though

@MattsCradleTV 4 ай бұрын

Its relaxing, calming and peaceful to watch Capybaras.

@SANITIZEDINC 4 ай бұрын

I'm so glad this channel is back.

@user-jr3st4dp2u 3 ай бұрын

I'm about to backpacking around Japan early January next year and this place will be on my travel bucket list

@davehud2552 4 ай бұрын

Oh I was lost in their warmth too, it is a beautiful addiction watching them🤗🥰

@wingedeathnoisewave 5 ай бұрын

Awesome content as always! Thank you!

@veryamazingname0129 4 ай бұрын

Capybaras are the physical embodiment of the phrase “this is fine”

@aayt8336 4 ай бұрын

Spotted one of these for the first time ever while in a remote outdoor setting and it was the ONLY reason I felt the area I was in was safe enough from other wildlife predators! #TeamCapybara ⭐️

@magicknight13 3 ай бұрын

That man has the best most fulfilling job in the world!!!😊😊😄

@shoviknandy20 4 ай бұрын

i connected with beniten on spiritual level, chilling in its own space

@mayarejay5167 3 ай бұрын

Ohh to be a cappybara in a hot, relaxing bath in Japan 🥰

@cascalanca 4 ай бұрын

Amazing video as always GBS!

@cat_pb 5 ай бұрын

BERYL!!! YAY, you are back here!!

@w3lc0metomyl1fe 4 ай бұрын

Imagine how many problems can be solved just by bringing a few capybaras around.

@AngelusNielson 4 ай бұрын

Capybara are one of my favorite animals. They're just so chill and relaxed.

@charizarr.d 3 ай бұрын

a bucket list item 🫶

@user-lf4fx5cp7t 3 ай бұрын

In fact, capybaras live in people's hearts. Close your eyes and imagine an elegant capybara bathing in a hot spring.

@ZeacorZeppelin 5 ай бұрын

So cute.

@cybersamurai2049 4 ай бұрын

Capybara are the most chilliest animals ever

@teamhunley 5 ай бұрын

Adorable ❤

@patricksanders858 5 ай бұрын

Thanks from coming back GBS!

@AbdullahQecibegCH 4 ай бұрын

Nice,Masbro stuffs

@HandleToBeDetermined 5 ай бұрын

Capybara vids are my favorites

@moodgorning9877 5 ай бұрын

Ok they pull up

@mmps18 5 ай бұрын

I LOVE CAPYS

@Jessejames7321 5 ай бұрын

Finally, the best animal gets its own video!

@gimmins 4 ай бұрын

OMG, if they had a hot spring where you can go in with the Capybaras, that would be an enormous hit

@AaronGeo Ай бұрын

It might probably exist.

@williamcheng1268 8 күн бұрын

3.02 so funny 😂

@kayokolindenberger3754 5 ай бұрын

Capybara and Beryl! 💓

@Johnny-re7dm 4 ай бұрын

yeah, this is quite the great big story

@DarkChaosMC 5 ай бұрын

I love the cappy blappies

@dimasdafafahrudin2233 4 ай бұрын

See, guys? Masbro becoming KZfaq's meta!

@jillsipocz3582 4 ай бұрын

They are darling- like giant gerbils!!

@MrCapybara7300 3 ай бұрын

As a capybara I approve this

@TheNoerdy 5 ай бұрын

This is the perfect video

@jessisdoingherbest 5 ай бұрын

they're soo cuteee hahaha

@erinwalker711 5 ай бұрын

I love capybaras. The biggest rodent in the world is the cutest rodent of all.

@rlynch2857 4 ай бұрын

I LOVE THEM

@beans00001 5 ай бұрын

what can I say, I’m a fan.

@Dysprosio2 4 ай бұрын

Never seen a capybara in the zoo! More used to seeing the wandering around the city, or by the beach. Either in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and in many Brazilian cities! 😅

@JURASSICLEGO777 2 ай бұрын

Ngl I can agree with these rodents in that I love a hot bath.

@AbiBomb 5 ай бұрын

heck yea!

@aylasmiles3705 4 ай бұрын

Beryl you’re not fooling no one. It’s good to hear your voice.

@itaibarak2526 5 ай бұрын

OK I PULL UP🔥🔥

@gwenamoredumal-is8719 4 ай бұрын

Great Big Story is back? Since when? Why am I only aware of it now? 😮😮

@joliebokeh1958 4 ай бұрын

I am delighted to learn that capybaras have had hot tubs since before I was born 😊

@ThadDePadua9928 4 ай бұрын

Yeah, they'd be chilling. ;-;

@Toobst8ker 4 ай бұрын

Great Title ❤

@Slavic_fox 5 ай бұрын

OK I PULL UP

@222aloof 4 ай бұрын

I love how he knows a quality of each of them

@CBRN-115 4 ай бұрын

I wish I was a capybara. Not worrying about taxes, pension or any human things. Just relaxing, enjoying reality and being alive

@pixelchu 5 ай бұрын

When they pull up at the after party:

@_Ethann_ 5 ай бұрын

Had to pull up the vid soon as I saw

@scottpollock6549 4 ай бұрын

Hey @GreatBigStory I had a question for you guys...I'm a videographer for 3 years now and I'm really interested in getting into documentary and short-story work. How do you find the stories to share though? Thats the part I don't understand. Any tips on how to find good stories to share or good short-stories to produce?