ROBOROVSKI'S HAMSTER
Family: Cricetidae
Genus: Phodopus
Gestation: 23-30 days
Roborovski hamsters (Phodopus roborovskii) are the the smallest and fastest of all
hamsters, can live up to 2 to 3 and a half years and are commonly kept as pets.
This little hamsters are easily started by other hamsters but they rarely bite. Roborovskis
are extremely affectionate towards each other. Their social nature means that when
housed together at an early age, they sleep in one place and indeed eat, play etc.
together.
Roborovskis grow to about 4 - 5cm long (not 7cm as some sources say), have bullet shaped
bodies and very long hind legs for fast running.
Roborovski hamsters can enjoy being together. Two of these hamsters from different litters may get along if introduced properly, although there is always a chance they may not. It is common for this breed to be extremely friendly. They are very kind and often do everything with each other for the rest of the life. Compatible cage mates will generally play, eat, and sleep together in the same spot. Their antics are constantly entertaining and they make excellent pets for those who want animals that are fun to watch and require less personal handling.
Their average lifespan is 3-3.5 years.
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