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Syrian hamsters typically live no more than two to three years in captivity, and less in the wild. Russian hamsters (Campbell's and Djungarian) live about two to four years in captivity, and Chinese hamsters 2 + 1 ⁄ 2 –3 years. The smaller Roborovski hamster often lives to three years in captivity. [2]
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The tail is short and furred. It is much larger than the Syrian (Mesocricetus auratus) or dwarf hamsters (Phodopus sp.), which are commonly kept as pets, and is the largest known species of hamster. It weighs 220–460 g (7.8–16.2 oz) and can grow to 20–35 cm (8–14 in) long with a tail of 4–6 cm (1.6–2.4 in).
The hamsters inhabit areas of loose sand and sparse vegetation and are rarely found in areas of dense vegetation and solid clay substrates. [8] They live at elevations of around 1,200 metres (3,900 ft)–1,450 metres (4,760 ft) and although research has been carried out, no fossil record exists for this species.
Adult golden hamsters can reach around 7.1 in (18 cm) long. Females are usually larger than males, with a body mass of around 100–150 grams (3.5–5.3 oz) and lifespan of 1.5-2 years. Syrian hamsters from private breeders can be in the range of 175–225 grams (6.2–7.9 oz). [4]
The omnivorous hamster can enjoy a range of edible treats, but not all the food that we humans can eat is appropriate for them. Here are 32 things they shouldn't eat.
The hamsters sometimes live in the semideserts in Central Asia. [23] They also live in the dry steppes and wheat or alfalfa fields, as well as on small fields in the forests of the region around Minusinsk. [24] The fur on the hamster's feet protect the feet from the cold ground in the cold climates in the wild. [9]
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