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Nicole Neumann Defends Nordelta Capybaras, Urges Coexistence After Neighborhood Remark

She argues the native animals predate the gated community built on former wetlands.

Overview

  • Neumann described on Instagram hearing neighbors ask what to do about capybaras while she biked with her baby, saying she almost intervened but chose not to.
  • She emphasized that the area was once swampy delta habitat and said humans should not displace wildlife that lived there first.
  • Her message urged empathy toward the animals and asked residents not to mistreat or remove them.
  • She proposed practical steps for living with capybaras, including elevated gardens and protective planting to prevent damage.
  • Argentine entertainment outlets amplified her posts, fueling a broader online discussion, with no official policy moves reported.