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Fort Lauderdale's new Capybara Cafe draws PETA calls for closure as city cites owner's home
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Bri Buckley , as published by CBS4 Miami
· October 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The venue's owner notes that capybaras are gentle giants, despite being the world's largest rodent, and can weigh up to approximately 160 pounds. The business allows visitors to interact with exotic species, including capybaras, ferrets, and armadillos, with prices starting at $59 per person.
An animal rights organization is calling for the immediate closure of a recently opened interactive venue. The business allows visitors to interact with exotic species, including capybaras, ferrets, and armadillos, with prices starting at $59 per person. Proceeds from the venue reportedly support animal rescue and conservation efforts through a nonprofit organization.
The venue's owner notes that capybaras are gentle giants, despite being the world's largest rodent, and can weigh up to approximately 160 pounds. Further details about the venue and the controversy surrounding it are available from the source. The city has cited the owner's home in relation to the business, but additional information on this matter is not provided.
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Category: arts Published: October 6, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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