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
Name | Guinea Pig |
Size | 20-25cm (8-10in) |
Top Speed | 9km/h (5.5mph) |
Life Span | 4-7 years |
Type | Mammal |
Weight | 700-1,200g (1.5-2.5lbs) |
Class | Mammalia |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Colour | Grey, tan, brown, black, white, orange |
Predators | Wolf, snake, coyote |
Genus | Cavia |
Order | Rodentia |
Skin Type | Fur |
Scientific Name | Cavia porcellus |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Family | Caviidae |
Main Prey | Seeds, grass, leaves |
Diet | Herbivore |
Habitat | Tropical grassland areas |
Phylum | Cnidaria |
Average Litter Size | 4 |