Guinea Pig

A guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) is a small, tailless rodent native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is a popular pet known for its docile nature and a variety of vocalizations. 🐹

Guinea pigs have a stout, compact body with a large head, a blunt nose, and short legs. They have a short neck and are tailless. Their fur can be a variety of colors, textures, and lengths, from short and smooth to long and wiry. They have four toes on their front feet and three on their back feet.

Guinea pigs were originally domesticated in the Andes, but they are no longer found in the wild. As pets, they are typically kept indoors in a cage. They are herbivores, and their diet consists of hay, leafy vegetables, and specially formulated pellets. They require a daily intake of vitamin C, as their bodies cannot produce it naturally.

Guinea pigs are social animals and do best when kept in pairs or groups. They are known for their wide range of vocalizations, including squeaks, purrs, and whistles. They were originally domesticated as a food source but are now almost exclusively kept as pets.