Taxidermy Peruvian Satin Guinea pig

Latin: Cavia porcellus

Description: Victorian example of a pet guinea pig displayed in original case. Breed: Peruvian satin guinea pig with show coat.

There are many breeds of guinea pig or cavy which have been developed since its domestication ca. 5000 BC. Breeds vary widely in appearance and purpose, ranging from show breeds with long, flowing hair to those in use as model organisms by science. The Peruvian resembles the Silkie with its smooth coat, but has a prominent "forelock" resulting from a portion of its coat on the head and the neck growing forward on the body.

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