Genus Cavia (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Caviidae: guinea pigs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cavia is the type genus of the Caviidae family, which includes guinea pigs and their close relatives.
- Cavia porcellus, the domestic guinea pig, is a member of the genus Cavia and is widely kept as a pet.
- The genus Cavia is native to South America, where guinea pigs can be found in a variety of habitats.
- Guinea pigs belong to the genus Cavia, which is characterized by their stocky bodies and short legs.
- The genus Cavia includes several species of guinea pigs, including the wild cavy and the domestic guinea pig.