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I would say that both could bite, and both have sharp teeth, but, often, hamsters can get scared more easily than gerbils, and gerbils are social animals, so they usually like to be handled a lot, while hamsters would hide in their nest/burrow all day and want to be alone (they are solitary). I believe more likely hamsters would bite.
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Do dwarf hamsters bite more than reg hamsters and gerbils?
yes.
What animal bites more hamsters or gerbils?
Gerbils tend to bite less in the first place, and if you get them from a respectable breeder and not from a pet store, the gerbil will probably already be hand-tamed and have no reason to bite except if it is threatened. Hamsters are nocturnal, and are not to keen on being woken up, and are therefore more prone to biting. As for hurting less, gerbils only nip unless they mean it and rarely draw blood, while hamsters tend to be biting to bite.
Should will com in your hand more hamsters or gerbils?
I think gerbils will more often because they are more curious than hamsters.
Do gerbils pee more than hamsters?
Depends on the amount of beer each has consumed
Is hamsters bigger than gerbil?
some hamsters are bigger then gerbils e.g. syrian hamsters.
What is the difference in appearance between guinea pigs hamsters and gerbils?
hamsters have been smaller than guinea pigs and gerbils look like squirrels but smaller
Do female hamsters bite a lot?
Female hamsters are usually more grumpy than males, but that doesn't mean female hamsters are worse pets than males!
Do gerbils have feathers?
no gerbils don't have feathers, they have fur
Are gerbils good with kids?
Yes, gerbils are wonderful! Hamsters may be the more popular pet, but why? They are nocturnal and get grumpy when awoken, which leads to excessive biting. Gerbils are diurnal, and take naps throughout the day, but are awake when your children are. Gerbils also bite far less than hamsters. And, best for the parents, gerbils are desert animals and therefore produce less waste, causing their cage to take longer to smell bad! If you purchase your gerbil from a breeder, they will most likely be more tame and healthier than those you can buy at a pet store. A responsible breeder will have spent more time with the pups, working to make them hand-tame and making sure they have all they need to be healthy. Check with the American Gerbil Society to find a breeder in your area.
Are gerbils better pets than hamsters to an 8 year old child?
chinchilas are the cooliest
What small animals are more popular as pets than hamsters?
Fish are a popular alternative to pet hamsters. They require less upkeep than hamsters and there are many varieties that you can choose from. Another popular choice for many people, are gerbils, which are very similar to hamsters, yet they live in a slightly different environment and prefer to burrow.
Are hamsters more cuddly than gerbils?
I would say hamsters but personally I have an gerbil, and my hamster died about 4 years ago. I would say an hamster. But it depends about the gerbil/hamster so there is no fact its an opinion.
