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cavia porcellus

 

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Noun cavia porcellus has 1 sense
  1. aperea, wild cavy, Cavia porcellus - South American cavy; possibly ancestral to the domestic guinea pig
    --1 is a kind of cavy

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Cavia Porcellus

Description:

Cavia porcellus, commonly known as guinea pig, is a small domesticated mammal native to South America. It belongs to the family Caviidae and is often kept as a popular pet due to its gentle nature and social behavior. Guinea pigs are herbivores and are known for their distinctive squeaking sounds as a means of communication.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun - Animal:

The cavia porcellus is a common pet choice for children due to its docile temperament.

2. Noun - Breed:

The Peruvian cavia porcellus has long, silky hair that requires regular grooming.

3. Adjective:

Her cavia porcellus companionship brings joy to many households.

4. Adjective:

The cavia porcellus research facility is dedicated to understanding the biology of these small mammals.

5. Adjective:

The local market offers a wide variety of cavia porcellus supplies for pet owners.

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