Caviidae

GPTKB entity

Statements (57)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:family
gptkbp:breeding_range around 3 months
gptkbp:characterized_by herbivorous diet
short limbs
social behavior
gptkbp:color_variation various
gptkbp:common_name cavies
guinea pigs
gptkbp:communication vocalizations
gptkbp:conservation_status varies by species
gptkbp:cultural_significance gptkb:Dog
food source in some cultures
gptkbp:diet fruits
vegetables
grasses
gptkbp:diseases skin conditions
respiratory infections
dental issues
gptkbp:domestication yes
multiple
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:Geoffroy_Saint-Hilaire
1796
gptkbp:genetic_diversity moderate
gptkbp:gestation_period about 68 days
gptkbp:habitat grasslands
forests
savannas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Caviidae
gptkbp:includes gptkb:Cavia_porcellus
gptkb:Microcavia
Cavia
Galea
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in yes
gptkbp:length 20 to 40 cm
gptkbp:lifespan 4 to 6 years
up to 8 years
gptkbp:native_to gptkb:South_America
gptkbp:predators foxes
birds of prey
snakes
gptkbp:related_species yes
gptkbp:reproduction viviparous
gptkbp:research gptkb:Genetics
behavioral studies
nutrition studies
gptkbp:senses poor eyesight
good hearing
good smell
gptkbp:social_behavior grooming
playful interactions
gptkbp:social_structure herds
gptkbp:weaning_age about 3 weeks
gptkbp:weight 1 to 3 kg
gptkbp:wildlife yes
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Rodentia
gptkb:Capybara
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5