Nov 29, 2017 · Guinea pigs are part of the family Caviidae, which also includes maras, mountain cavies, and other South American rodents. Pigs are part of the family Suidae, which are …

The guinea pig or domestic guinea pig (Cavia porcellus), also known as the cavy or domestic cavy (/ ˈ k eɪ v i / KAY-vee), is a species of rodent belonging to the genus Cavia, family Caviidae. …

We are a small caviary specializing in long-haired guinea pigs such as Alpaca, Texel, Peruvian, and Silkie. We are located about 30 minutes south of Kansas City (Overland Park area.) See …

Caviidae, the cavy family, is composed of rodents native to South America and includes the domestic guinea pig, wild cavies, and the largest living rodent, the capybara. They are found …

Cavies, also known as guinea pigs, are small, sociable animals that are perfect for youth who love animals and want to learn about responsibility, care, and showmanship. Whether you’re just …

Apr 14, 2021 · While guinea pig is a common name for Cavia porcellus, they are also commonly called cavies (singular, cavy). In this resource we will be using ‘cavy’ instead of ‘guinea pig’ …

Cavia is a genus in the subfamily Caviinae that contains the rodents commonly known as the true guinea pigs or cavies. [1] The best-known species in this genus is the domestic guinea pig, …

In the world of biology, domestic guinea pigs have another name, a Latin name, Cavia porcellus. They are considered part of the Genus Cavia, hence the name cavies. Although the Caviidae …

Guinea pigs, also called cavies, are stout little rodents from various regions of South America. The best known of this family is the domesticated guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) that is commonly …

Guinea pigs, or cavies, are about 16 species of rodents in the family Caviidae. Guinea pigs are native to South America, occurring from Colombia and Venezuela in the north, to Brazil and …