The difference between male and female guinea pigs depends on the reproductive organs of the guinea pig. Male guinea pigs have protruding reproductive organs, while female guinea pigs do not. This is the most obvious difference in body organs between male and female guinea pigs. In addition, male and female guinea pigs can also be distinguished in terms of body structure, activity frequency, and eating habits.

Methods to distinguish male and female guinea pigs:

1. Look at the guinea pig’s reproductive organs. Guinea pigs of different genders have different reproductive organs. To distinguish between male and female guinea pigs, you need to press the guinea pig's reproductive organs with your fingers. Male guinea pigs have protruding genital openings, while female guinea pigs do not.

2. It can be distinguished from the body structure. Guinea pigs of different genders have slightly different body structures, with males being stronger and females being weaker.

3. It can be distinguished by the frequency of activity. Female guinea pigs move their hands and feet almost all day long, especially when they are adults, breeding and pregnant, and they will run their wheels desperately. Therefore, when buying a cage for a female guinea pig, try to choose a large one, the running wheels must be silent, and the chassis must be high.

4. It can be distinguished from eating habits. Female guinea pigs eat rudely. When feeding female guinea pigs, it is not recommended to put too much food in the basin, especially melon seeds. Guinea pigs are prone to greed. Eating too much can lead to obesity and lipomas.

5. It can be distinguished by appearance. If you are familiar with guinea pigs, you can tell the difference between male and female at a glance.