In Ecuador, it is a traditional practice to eat guinea pigs as a source of food.
Yes, people in Ecuador do eat guinea pigs as a traditional dish.
No, I have not tried the traditional practice of eating guinea pigs in Ecuador.
Guinea pigs, or cuy, are commonly eaten in Peru, in the southwestern cities and villages of Colombia, and among some populations in the highlands of Ecuador, mostly in the Andes highlands. Cuyes can be found on the menu of restaurants in Lima and other cities in Peru, as well as in Pasto, Colombia. Jul 31 2019
Ecuador
Guinea pigs in Ecuador typically eat a traditional dish called "cuy," which is roasted or fried guinea pig served with potatoes and a peanut sauce.
ether cavy or guinea pig it just depends on the person
Cuy Pronounced "Quee" in English.
Guinea-pigs are eaten by carnivores but eat vegetation, so approx in the middle
I am not very sure, but I do know the guinea pigs used to/do run loose in the forests of south America and were probbably hunted and eaten. If this helps the black ginea pig was said to be "magical" and "healing"
Guinea pigs are native to the Andes Mountains in South America, particularly in the region of Ecuador. In their natural habitat, guinea pigs thrive in grassy areas with access to fresh water and shelter. They are social animals that live in groups and are able to forage for food such as grass, leaves, and vegetables. The mild climate of Ecuador provides an ideal environment for guinea pigs to breed and thrive.
Guinea pigs are eaten in most Asian and European countries as well as African countries and maybe on some other countries.