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Illustration of a capybara sitting by a backyard pond with bluebonnets and a wooden sign shaped like Texas
November 2, 2026 · 6 min read

Can You Own a Capybara in Texas? What the Law Says in 2026

Texas has no statewide capybara permit or ban, but county and city rules vary a lot. Here's what state law, TPWD, Houston and Dallas say.

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