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Cavia porcellus
The guinea pig is a small, tailless rodent native to the Andes in South America, domesticated for thousands of years. Known for their gentle temperament and vocalizations, guinea pigs are popular pets and have been important in scientific research. They have compact bodies, short legs, and come in a variety of coat colors and patterns. In the wild, their ancestors inhabited grasslands and lived in groups, which influences their social nature today. Though domesticated guinea pigs are not found in the wild, their care requirements still reflect their origins.
