Crested Guinea Pig
BeginnerShort-haired guinea pig with a single rosette (crest) on the head. American Crested has a white crest. Easy to care for.
Dificultad
Beginner
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Esperanza de vida
5-7 years
Tamaño
20-30cm / 700-1200g
Humedad
40〜60%
Dieta
Timothy hay, guinea pig pellets, vegetables
Acerca de
The Crested guinea pig is a short-haired breed distinguished by a single forward-facing rosette (the 'crest') located at the center of the forehead. Adults measure 20–30 cm and weigh 700–1,200 g. Two varieties are recognized: the American Crested, in which the crest matches the body color, and the English Crested, in which the crest is a different color (typically white) contrasting with the body. The short, smooth coat requires minimal grooming, making the Crested one of the easier guinea pig breeds to maintain. Their temperament is gentle and sociable; as with all guinea pigs, keeping two or more together is strongly recommended. Diet must include unlimited timothy hay and daily vitamin C supplementation, as guinea pigs lack the enzyme needed to synthesize it. Common health concerns include scurvy, urolithiasis, respiratory infections, and dental disease. Lifespan is 4–8 years.
Información básica
Origen
Andes region of South America
Esperanza de vida
5-7 years
Tamaño
20-30cm / 700-1200g
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Humedad
40〜60%
Dieta
Timothy hay, guinea pig pellets, vegetables
Guía de cuidado
Cage
Spacious cage. Guinea pigs are social — pair housing recommended
Diet
Unlimited timothy hay. Get vitamin C from vegetables
Temperament
Docile and social. Communicates through vocalizations
Notes
Short coat is low maintenance. Trim nails 1-2x monthly
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Preguntas frecuentes de Crested Guinea Pig
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener Crested Guinea Pig?
A
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para Crested Guinea Pig?
A
La temperatura ideal para Crested Guinea Pig es 18〜26℃. La humedad recomendada es 40〜60%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de Crested Guinea Pig?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de Crested Guinea Pig es 5-7 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza Crested Guinea Pig?
A
Crested Guinea Pig típicamente alcanza 20-30cm / 700-1200g como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a Crested Guinea Pig?
A
Crested Guinea Pig se alimenta de: Timothy hay, guinea pig pellets, vegetables. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de Crested Guinea Pig?
A
El precio de Crested Guinea Pig varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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