Physical traits: - White fur - Pink ears (some have a slightly brown rim) - Pink paws and white nails - Some have red eyes - Pink nose and lips (sometimes a dark brown/purplish colour) Examples: Behavioral traits: Same as all other guinea pigs :) Hope I helped! read more
We can, in part, thank guinea pigs for helping scientists understand phenotypes, genotypes, and the inheritance of specific traits. The Most Common Colors Of Guinea Pigs. Now that we have the scientific stuff out of the way, let’s take a look at some of the most common guinea pig colors. Each guinea pig color has its own specific name to describe it. read more
Some of the more common breeds include the American, which has short, smooth hair; the Abyssinian, with short hair that grows in whorls; and the Peruvian, which has longer, silky hair. Hairless breeds have also been developed. Guinea pigs come in several colors and color combinations, including black, tan, cream, brown, and white. read more