Mazatlán opens 'Capybara House'

Mazatlán opens ‘Capybara House’ at its aquarium

Ian Hayden Parker

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Mazatlán, Sinaloa - The city of Mazatlán took a visible step in wildlife preservation this week with the inauguration of the new “Capybara House” at the Gran Acuario Mazatlán. Municipal President Estrella Palacios Domínguez led the ribbon-cutting ceremony, underscoring her administration’s commitment to environmental stewardship and species conservation. The exhibit will house four capybaras, the world’s largest rodents, giving them a cared-for environment while allowing...

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