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Gerbils are fast for their size, they travel at speeds of 8-11 mph and sprint at 17 mph maximum, they're predicted to be the fastest of the tiny rodents. But they're not as fast as their cosins the guinea pig and the rat which are 30 mph + . Sources: Rodent Velocity Expert
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∙ 8y agoGerbils move quite quickly and tend to scamper. They often dart and then stop, stand on their hind legs and looking around. Sometimes they go slowly and search. Their movements tend to be quite jerky and exaggerated. However, when they calm down, they will sit on your shoulder or sleep in your hand after lots of handling. They are so friendly, and rarely bite but like to digand burrow when things are in their way.
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∙ 15y agoGerbils can be fast if you keep them on a good diet. If your Gerbils are fat they will not run very fast.
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∙ 6y agoGerbils are rapid little critters, they can reach speeds of 8 - 11 mph for short periods of time, but they travel at 2-6 mph daily. Sources: Rodent Velocity Expert
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∙ 14y agoVERY VERY FAST they jump very high as well i hope that helps! :D
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∙ 12y agoyes.
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Are gerbils lazy?
No they are very active and fast critters
What does it mean when your gerbils thumps their back feet really fast?
It makes a warning noise to alert other gerbils in the colony that 'something' might not be right. It puts the other gerbils on alert too, to be aware of potential danger.
When gerbils bite their tails will they have a baby?
no they wont they will start to become lazy and tired fast
Why are moms afraid of gerbils?
Most are not. Some people don't like small, fast, rodent-type animals.
Do gerbils get headaches?
i havent heard they can but my gerbil wiffy's head was shaking for a while one time so maybe they can have headaches
Who invented gerbils?
Gerbils are an animal and can not be "invented".
Can anything live with gerbils?
Other gerbils.
Can gerbils get fixed?
Male gerbils can be neutered, but it is not recomended. Female gerbils should not be spayed. In general male gerbils should not be neutered unless there is a good reason for it.
Are there rodents smaller then gerbils?
Yes, mice are smaller than gerbils, but I think gerbils are the right size.
Are gerbils from the UK?
no gerbils are not originally from the UK but instead from the deserts of Asia. But you can still buy gerbils in the UK
Is there a species of gerbils?
Yes, e.g Mongolian Gerbils.
What animals do gerbils get along with?
Gerbils and nothing else.
