Guinea pigs are not pigs!

Although the name "Guinea pig" contains pig, it is not the same as a pig. Guinea pigs are mice, guinea pigs, and guinea pigs are just another name for them.

Why are guinea pigs called guinea pigs?

The reason is simple, because its sound is very similar to that of a pig. Another reason why guinea pigs are called guinea pigs is because they were introduced from the Netherlands. Another reason is that the guinea pig has a big head and a small body, looks more like a pig, and sometimes even makes a sound like a pig. At the same time, its appetite is comparable to that of a pig, and its natural food It is grass, the roots of the plant contain fruit seeds, and it is an absolute vegetarian.

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The lifespan of guinea pigs is very long, with an average lifespan of 8 years in captivity. Guinea pigs that reproduce actively usually have a shorter lifespan. About 3 to 5 years. Guinea pigs are also nocturnal animals. They like to be active at night and are social. Most of the time, 5 to 10 of them live together. Pigs are also very loyal. If you feed them for a long time, they will treat you as a relative like a dog instead of "disowning all relatives" like a hamster.

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Why did the editor say this? Because guinea pigs were eaten as food before they became pets, but they are still mainly kept as pets in China. Guinea pigs are very cute and should be treated well!

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The editor is also a "pig farmer". Let me show you my pigs. They are really cute. Rat lovers should buy them now!