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Mystery Guinea Pigs Roam Jersey Coastline
10 Mar
Summary
- Six non-native guinea pigs were discovered near Devil's Hole.
- Rescue teams worked for hours to safely capture three of the animals.
- The guinea pigs faced risks from local wildlife and pets.
An unusual event unfolded on Jersey's north coast as a group of six non-native guinea pigs was discovered near the cliff paths at Devil's Hole in St. Mary. The Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (JSPCA) received a report on Tuesday morning regarding the sighting.
JSPCA staff described the scene as highly unusual, noting that calls for wild guinea pigs are not common. Upon arrival, rescue teams observed the animals moving through brambles and gorse but struggled to get close enough for capture initially. After extensive efforts, three of the six guinea pigs were successfully caught by midday.
These rescued animals are now being taken to the JSPCA shelter for veterinary checks. Officials highlighted the significant risks the guinea pigs faced from local wildlife, including birds of prey, as well as domestic animals like dogs and cats, due to their presence in the wild.
