Could you please double-check the spelling or provide more context about where you encountered this term?
Perhaps you were thinking of:
* Coypu: A large rodent native to South America, sometimes called a "river rat" or "nutria."
* Capybara: The world's largest rodent, native to South America.
Let me know if you have more information, and I'll do my best to help you find the animal you're looking for!