MEET MY CUTEST GUINEA PIG PET
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The guinea pig or domestic guinea pig, also known as cavy or domestic cavy, is a species of rodent belonging to the family Caviidae and the genus Cavia. Despite their common name, guinea pigs are not native to Guinea, nor are they biologically related to pigs, and the origin of the name is still unclear.
Lifespan: 4 – 8 years
Scientific name: Cavia porcellus
Gestation period: 59 – 72 days (Adult)
Family: Caviidae
Mass: 0.7 – 1.2 kg (Adult)
Did you know: Guinea pigs need plenty of exercise and they also love to play.