English Crested Guinea Pig Animal Pictures
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white english crest baby guinea pig is sitting on white floor
When born, the pups weigh between 2 and 4 ounces on average. Unlike most mammal babies, they are born with a full fur coat and can walk and see directly after birth.
Guinea-Pig English crested breed
Also known as the self-crested guinea pig, English crested guinea pigs have a fur crest on top of their heads, which is the same color as the rest of their bodies.
The English Crested Guinea Pig tends to have a reserved and shy demeanor.
