Gdańsk capybaras ignited mayhem as two 100-pound rodents bolted from a private zoo, triggering a chaotic hunt. Police and ecology officers, joined by residents, tracked the South American pair through tangled city brush on Monday night, marveling at their gusto for a “great time in the wild.”

After a frantic search near Gdańsk’s outskirts, officers stumbled upon the capybaras relaxing in thick shrubs—a rare animal escape story quickly trending on Polish social media. The phrase 'capybara escape Poland' now draws curious clicks, as locals joked about the hefty fugitives’ taste for adventure and perfect weather.

Capybaras can weigh up to 150 pounds, making them the world’s largest rodents—eager for both snacks and spontaneous evening getaways.