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Fast Facts:
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Guinea pigs live in captivity for four to six years, sometimes
longer.
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Most
guinea pigs that live in the wild have long brown or gray fur.
In captivity, though, their fur can be long or short, and they
can be many different colors.
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Guinea Pig
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Scientific Name
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Cavia porcellus
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Status
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Although domestic guinea pig populations are stable, wild
populations are in immediate need of conservation efforts.
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| Habitat
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In the wild, guinea pigs live in burrows in the ground.
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| Diet
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Guinea pigs are herbivores, which means they eat plants.
In the wild, guinea pigs will come out of their burrows at night
to feed on vegetation and plant materials.
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| Size
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Guinea pigs are small animals, in the wild and in captivity.
Their body is usually 10 to 14 inches long, and they often weigh
one to three pounds.
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| Lifespan
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Guinea pigs live in captivity for four to six years, sometimes
longer.
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| Location
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No longer on grounds.
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Print Fact Sheet
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Guinea Pig
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Special Features
Baby guinea pigs are born with open eyes and with fully developed fur and teeth. Although females have only two teats, an average litter can be anywhere from two to four offspring.
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