Gallery description : guinea pig pictures

Guinea Pigs are mammals that lead a solitary life. Scientific name of the guinea pig is cavia porcellus. Fasted recorded speed of a guinea pig is 9km/h (5.5mph). 4-7 years is a usual life span for the mammal. The usual weight of cavia porcellus is 700-1,200g (1.5-2.5lbs). These mammals usually grow 20-25cm (8-10in).

Facts about guinea pigs
NameGuinea Pig
Size20-25cm (8-10in)
Top Speed9km/h (5.5mph)
Life Span4-7 years
TypeMammal
Weight700-1,200g (1.5-2.5lbs)
ClassMammalia
LifestyleSolitary
ColourGrey, tan, brown, black, white, orange
PredatorsWolf, snake, coyote
GenusCavia
OrderRodentia
Skin TypeFur
Scientific NameCavia porcellus
KingdomAnimalia
Conservation StatusLeast concern
FamilyCaviidae
Main PreySeeds, grass, leaves
DietHerbivore
HabitatTropical grassland areas
PhylumCnidaria
Average Litter Size4
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Description Guinea pig pictures. Guinea pig hd Wallpaper in 1680x1050
Width 1596 pixels
Heigh 945 pixels
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