Guinea pig is a rodent of the family and class Caviidae Cavia. There are a total of nine species, but is best known C. porcellus, guinea pig simple.
History
In English, known as a guinea pig or cavy, the animal comes from an ancestor Cavia Cutler, who still resides in South America.
Time of their arrival on European soil is not reliable, probably they were later imported English sailors. Today, guinea pigs are one of the most popular children's pets around the world.
