Gallery description : pictures of a guinea pig
Guinea Pigs are mammals that lead a solitary life. Scientific name of the guinea pig is cavia porcellus. Guinea Pig can reach the speed of 9km/h (5.5mph). The mammals usually live for 4-7 years. The animal has a weight of 700-1,200g (1.5-2.5lbs). 20-25cm (8-10in) is a usual size of a guinea pig.
Facts about guinea pigs
| Name | Guinea Pig |
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Colour | Grey, tan, brown, black, white, orange |
| Diet | Herbivore |
| Scientific Name | Cavia porcellus |
| Weight | 700-1,200g (1.5-2.5lbs) |
| Life Span | 4-7 years |
| Habitat | Tropical grassland areas |
| Top Speed | 9km/h (5.5mph) |
| Predators | Wolf, snake, coyote |
| Average Litter Size | 4 |
| Skin Type | Fur |
| Order | Rodentia |
| Class | Mammalia |
| Genus | Cavia |
| Conservation Status | Least concern |
| Type | Mammal |
| Phylum | Cnidaria |
| Lifestyle | Solitary |
| Family | Caviidae |
| Main Prey | Seeds, grass, leaves |
| Size | 20-25cm (8-10in) |
Image Details
| Description | Pictures of a guinea pig. Funny Guinea Pig images |Funny Animal |
| Width | Not defined yet |
| Heigh | Not defined yet |
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