Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Where do hamsters get their names from?

hamsters names
0
Posted

Where do hamsters get their names from?

0 CommentsAdd a Comment

1 Answer

0

Hamsters got their name from an old German word associated with storing food. (The word “hamper” comes from the same root.) A well-known characteristic of the hamster, same with many other rodents, is to stuff their cheeks full of food, as if they were hampers.

0 CommentsAdd a Comment

Related Questions

What is your question?

*Sadly, we had to bring back ads too. Hopefully more targeted.

Experts123