Shocked capybara from 'Planet Earth II' is the internet's new hero

Let's get to work on a capybara emoji, Apple.
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Sam Haysom
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LONDON -- Capybaras are not only the largest rodents in the world; they're also, with the possible exception of beavers, the most awesome rodents in the world.

The shocked capybara from Sunday night's episode of Planet Earth II is the perfect example of the hairy beasts at their very best.

Just look at how this guy reacted after witnessing a brutal jaguar-caiman confrontation in his previously peaceful stretch of river:


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People couldn't get enough of it.

If there's one thing this world is sorely in need of, it's a shocked capybara emoji.

Make it happen, Apple.

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Sam Haysom

Sam Haysom is the Deputy UK Editor for Mashable. He covers entertainment and online culture, and writes horror fiction in his spare time.

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