Mammal
Guinea Pig
The gentle social rodent from the Andes
Family Caviidae
Caviidae is a taxonomic family in the order Rodentia, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Guinea Pig and Capybara. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Caviidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guinea Pig Cavia porcellus | 1 kg | 25 cm | 8 km/h | 7 yrs | South America | Domesticated |
| Capybara Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris | 55 kg | 1.2 m | 35 km/h | 9 yrs | South America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
