Hamsters are thought to be originally from the desert lands of east Asia, including hamster species such as the common Syrian hamster and the miniature Russian dwarf hamster. Hamsters in the wild tend to spend most of their time digging and foraging for f
Scientific Info
Scientific Name |
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Mesocricetus Auratus |
Type |
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Mammal |
Diet |
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Omnivore |
Size |
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5-28cm (2-11in) |
Weight |
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100-900g (3.5-32oz) |
Top Speed |
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6km/h (4mph) |
Life Span |
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2-3 years |
Lifestyle |
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Solitary |
Conservation Status |
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Least Concern |
Appearance
Colour |
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Tan, Brown, White, Black |
Skin Type |
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Fur |
Favourite Food |
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Seeds |
Habitat |
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Dry deserts and sand dunes |
Average Clutch Size |
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8 |
Main Prey |
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Seeds, Nuts, Berries |
Predators |
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Owl, Hawk, Snakes |
Distinctive Features |
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Food storage pouches and the ability to run backwards |