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The name Guinea Pig came from the sailors. sailors thought their squeals sounded like a pigs. and they sold guinea pigs for one guinea. thus guinea pig.
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∙ 12y agoWhen guinea pigs first were bred in England, each one cost one "guinea" which was a kind of coin. Guinea pigs actually don't even come from New Guinea.
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What other name is guinea pig known as?
The most common one is Cavy. There might be others but it is mostly Guinea Pig and Cavy, but they DO NOT come from New Guinea nor are they part pig. Take Care and god Bless! :)
How is the common name guinea pig misleading?
They are not members of the pig family
How do you pronounce guinea pig?
It is spelled "guinea pig". You got it right! :)
What is the guinea pigs name from bolt?
The name of the Guinea Pig in the movie Bolt is "Rhino"
Can ants come out of guinea pig hay?
They can, but they shouldn't. If your guinea pig hay has ants coming out of it, it's long past time to change the hay.
What is the common name for a guinea pig?
A Guinea Pig..
What other name is guinea pig known as?
The most common one is Cavy. There might be others but it is mostly Guinea Pig and Cavy, but they DO NOT come from New Guinea nor are they part pig. Take Care and god Bless! :)
Where does guinea pig come from?
It is believed that the guinea pig originated in the South American Andes.
Can you train a guinea pig to sit?
It is possible to train a guinea pig to come when you call it's name, but i don't know if it is possible to get it to sit. Acutely, I don't think you can
What is the spices name of a pig?
Guinea Pig
What is the name of male guinea pig?
I think a male guinea pig is called a boar. You can message me for any other guinea pig questions!!
What is the name of a male guinea pig called?
A male guinea pig is referred to as a Boar.
What is the name of a pig-like mammal?
Its a guinea pig!
Is Sammy a good guinea pig name?
i think that's a lovely name. if you like it, then you can name your guinea pig whatever you want.
How did guinea pig's get their name?
They got their name because when first discovered by Europeans guinea pig's made a high screeching sound like a pig.
Where does the term guinea pig come from?
there was a time they were called "guinaia pig"
What is the name of the guinea pig with a Mohawk on gforce?
I have the same type of Guinea Pig. She too has a Mohawk. There are called Abyssinian Guinea Pigs.
