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The thirteen recognized species of guinea pigs are: Cavia fulgida, Cavia intermedia, Cavia magna, Cavia aperea, Cavia porcellus, Cavia caburensis, Cavia guianae, Cavia mamorensis, Cavia tschudii, Cavia aincollay, Cavia kraglievichi, Cavia huambidensis, and Cavia anolaimae.
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Does guinea pig have tails?
Yes, guinea pigs are tailless. They are born without tails which distinguishes them from other rodent species.
Can female rabbits be housed together with male guinea pigs?
It is not recommended to house female rabbits with male guinea pigs. They have different social structures and communication styles, which could lead to stress or misunderstandings between the two species. It is best to house rabbits with other rabbits and guinea pigs with other guinea pigs for their well-being.
What is guinea pig litter?
Male Guinea Pigs are called Boars, female Guinea Pigs are called Sows, and babby Guinea Pigs are called Pups. A group of Guinea Pigs is called a Herd. :)
Do you need to put guinea pigs together?
It is highly recommended you have at least two guinea pigs together.
What did guinea pigs evolve from?
Guinea pigs are believed to have evolved from a group of rodents called cavies. These ancestral species lived in South America and gradually evolved into the domestic guinea pigs we see today through selective breeding by humans.
Is the guinea worm the most endangered species?
No. Guinea pigs are one of the most over-populated species of animal. Everyone should adopt a guinea pig to avoid them suffering. Please save the guinea pigs!
Can guinea pigs get aids?
No. AIDS does not cross species.
Does guinea pig have tails?
Yes, guinea pigs are tailless. They are born without tails which distinguishes them from other rodent species.
Do wild dogs eat guinea pigs?
Wild Dogs are a species native to Africa. Guinea Pigs are a species native to South America. As they are on different continents the Guinea pig would not form part of the natural diet of a Wild Dog.
Are there any guinea pigs in India?
yes, there are about 50 species in India.
Are guinea pigs half rabbit and half hamster?
No, they are their own species.
How are hamster and a guinea pig are same?
Well, hamsters and guinea pigs are a whole different species. FIN
Can you cross a guinea pig with a possum?
No, guinea pigs and possums can't be crossed. Guinea pigs are Eutherians while possums are marsupials. Species as far apart as these simply can't be crossed.
Can rabbits and guinea pigs mate?
Sometimes rabbits will try and mate with guinea pigs no matter what sex they are. However the rabbit cannot impregnate the guinea pig because it is a different species.
Do guinea pigs and dwarf rabbits get along better than another guinea pig with another guinea pig?
No, I doubt it. I do have a friend who has a rabbit and guinea pig in the same hutch but guinea pigs are more friendly to there own species; especially if they're from the same litter.
Are guinea pigs a pig or?
No!!!!!!!They are actually part of the rodent family.
Can female rabbits be housed together with male guinea pigs?
It is not recommended to house female rabbits with male guinea pigs. They have different social structures and communication styles, which could lead to stress or misunderstandings between the two species. It is best to house rabbits with other rabbits and guinea pigs with other guinea pigs for their well-being.
