What is the difference between a Syrian and Dwarf hamster?
Syrian Hamsters Scientific Name: Mesocricetus auratus Life Span: 2-3 years average, some live longer Different Names: Golden, standard, fancy, long-haired, teddy bear, alien, black/black bear, and European black bear are all syrian hamsters. Size: approx. 6-7 inches in length Gestation period: 16 days Toes: 4 at the front, 5 in the back Nocturnal Syrian hamsters are more common as house pets than dwarf hamsters. I would recommend a syrian hamster for a young child as they are easier to handle once they are tamed. It is important to know that syrian hamsters have to live alone, you cannot place another hamster in with one. They are extremely territorial, and if housed together, you could end up with a dead hamster, or badly injured. Although you may see them together at a pet store, it is because they can live together until they are 6-8 weeks of age. Dwarf Hamsters Different species: Dwarf Cambells Russian, Winter White Russian, Chinese, Roborovski Life span: Cambells Russian:: 1-2 yea
