genus cavia

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Noun genus cavia has 1 sense

Cavia, genus Cavia - type genus of the Caviidae: guinea pigs
--₁ is a kind of mammal genus
--₁ is a member of Caviidae, family Caviidae
--₁ has members: cavy

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Genus Cavia

Definition:

Genus Cavia is a taxonomic category that refers to a group of small, short-tailed rodents commonly known as cavies or guinea pigs. It is a genus within the family Caviidae.

Usage Examples:

Noun (Scientific): The genus Cavia includes several species of guinea pigs, such as Cavia porcellus and Cavia aperea.
Noun (Common): Guinea pigs belong to the genus Cavia and are popular pets around the world.
Noun (Zoology): The study of the behavior and physiology of genus Cavia provides valuable insights into rodent biology.

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