Two of the biggest rodent on Earth go on holiday to London Zoo

Capybaras Kiwi and Gizmo will be enjoying a summer in the city

Meet Kiwi and Gizmo, a pair of capybaras - which are the biggest rodents on Earth.

They have just arrived at London Zoo for a holiday in the city!

The adorable duo be staying at London Zoo temporarily whilst a new habitat is being prepared for them at Whipsnade Zoo, in Bedfordshire.

So, visitors will have to be quick if they want to spot the pair in their new holiday pad.

Capybaras are closely related to guinea pigs - but a LOT bigger

Capybaras are found natively throughout northern and central South America.

They are semi-aquatic mammals, meaning they are well adapted to spend lots of time in water - they have partially webbed feet and their eyes, noses and ears are located high on their heads so that they remain above water while swimming.

Visitors can therefore expect to spot Gizmo and Kiwi having fun in the sun both on land and in the water.

Zookeeper Jessica Lawrence said: "Gizmo and Kiwi are a really charismatic pair, and we're really enjoying getting to know them and their preferences and quirks.

"We can't wait to see the joy on people's faces when they meet Gizmo and Kiwi this May half term – we expect they'll spend a lot of time splashing around outside.”

Capybara facts:

Capybaras like to spend lots of time in water

• Capybaras are the world's largest rodent.

• They are closely related to guinea pigs.

• Like other rodents, capybara's teeth grow continuously, and they have to wear them down by grazing on aquatic plants and grasses.

• Capybaras also have a less nice habit - they eat their own poop. The grasses in their natural diet can be hard to break down, so by eating their own poop, they have a second chance of digesting them.

• Whilst they don't mind being alone, capybaras also live in groups of up to 40.