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Where did wild guinea pigs live?
South America
In the wild, guinea pigs are found in South America. They live on grassy plains, in rocky areas, and on forest edges.
Where are guinea pigs actually from?
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 kept as a pet, and is broken down into approximately 13 breeds.
Do guinea pigs dig?
Wild guinea pigs are often found living in the rocky areas and grassy plains that this part of the world provides. Although they do not burrow themselves (like a rabbit would), they have no problem using and sheltering in any unused tunnels made by other animals, or naturally occurring crevices and hidey holes.
Do guinea pigs like to dig?
No they can’t at all. Unlike other rodents, such as mice, rats, and hamsters guinea pigs do not have the ability to dig. In the wild, they live in crevices and holes created by other animals. They do not have the ability to dig their own burrows and have no desire to as well.
How old do guinea pigs live in the wild?
Wild guinea pigs, just as cute as their domesticated counterparts, call the mountains and grasslands of Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru home. Guinea pigs, also known as cavies, can live from one to four years.
Do guinea pigs like to play with balls?
Although an exercise ball is not recommended, it is perfectly fine to give your guinea pig a ball to play with. They may enjoy pushing around a ping pong ball or tennis ball. No matter the type of toy, be aware that guinea pigs will get bored of playing with the same ones over and over again.
Will a dog eat a guinea pig?
Guinea pigs are not gorgers like a dog or cat. They eat their fill, then they walk away. This behavior makes it possible to leave pellets down all day. Because hay is a great source of Vitamin C , feeding eighty percent hay, ten percent pellet and ten percent fruits and vegetables has been a long-standing formula when feeding guinea pigs.
Can Guinie pigs eat rabbit pellets?
Never feed your pet guinea pig rabbit pellets. Rabbit pellets may contain some beneficial nutrients but it lacks the most important nutrient i.e. vitamin C and K. Never feed your pet guinea pig foods that have a high concentration of fats and proteins. Avoid feeding your pet piggy food such as nuts and seeds.
What are guinea pigs natural habitat?
The ideal habitat of a wild (or feral) guinea pig are savannas, forest edges, rocky areas, and swamp lands. Guinea pigs are naturally social animals and can be found in the wild living in groups of up to 10 other cavies.