Genus
Cavia
2 species. Maximum lifespan ranges from 6 years (Brazilian guinea pig) to 12 years (Guinea pig).
Species
2
with a complete mtDNA
Median GC
39.2%
Range 39–39.3%
Median mtDNA size
16,741 bp
Where Cavia species sit among 2,335 species
Whole-genome GC content against maximum lifespan. Hover or tap a point; select it again to open the species.
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- Cavia (2)
- Other species
By lifespan
All 2Species in Cavia
Select a column to sort| Cavia porcellus | Guinea pig | 12 yr | 16,801 bp | 39.31% |
| Cavia aperea | Brazilian guinea pig | 6 yr | 16,681 bp | 39.03% |