VERTEBRATA. MAMMALIA. 



quite inconsistent with the general habits of the 

 Order : it does not refuse, however, fruits, corn, and 

 sugar-canes. It is inoffensive in its disposition, and 

 manifests considerable docility and affection, if re- 

 claiined young. 



The Cavies (Ancema*) are similar in form, but 

 much diminished in size. The harmless and pretty 

 little Guinea-pig, so remarkable for its abundant 



THE GUINEA-PIG (Cavia Cobaia). 



fertility, is of this genus, but is not known in a wild 

 state. It is certainly of American origin. 



* A, without, and af^a, oz'wzor, force. 



