The world's largest and friendliest rodent can be visited at Fota Wildlife Park

The size of large dogs, Capybaras are found in the wild along forested rivers, ponds and marshes, endearing cuddly creatures resembling pigmy hippos with coats of brown hair

Often referred to as ‘the world’s friendliest animals’, some zoos allow children to pet these gentle giants known as Capybaras.

Freedom lies in being bold - Robert Frost.

According to Gerald of Wales, the Irish bishops of his day permitted the eating of barnacle geese during Lent. At any rate, diners who gorged themselves on goose flesh didn’t risk eternal damnation.