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Rodents May 30, 2026 14 mins read #Capybara

Can You Own a Capybara in Virginia? What the Law Actually Requires

Virginia is home to a surprisingly wide range of wildlife — from hawks soaring over the Shenandoah to snakes threading through the Piedmont — but what about keeping an exotic animal like a capybara on your own property? If you’ve been researching whether capybara ownership is possible in the Commonwealth, you’re not alone.

Rodents May 8, 2026 14 mins read #Capybara

Can You Own a Capybara in Minnesota? What State Law Actually Says

Minnesota is home to a surprisingly wide range of wildlife, from native snakes to soaring eagles — but what about a 100-pound South American rodent living in your backyard? Capybaras have become one of the most talked-about exotic pets in the country, and Minnesotans are increasingly asking whether they can legally keep one.