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What kind of gerbil is mine?
It is most likely to be Meriones unguiculatus, the Mongolian Gerbil. No other gerbil breed is commonly kept as pets, near to 100% of pet gerbils will be the Mongolian.
What is the most popular breed of gerbil?
Mongolian, the typical brown gerbil from India.
What is the lifespanof a gerbil?
It mostly depends on the gerbil and breed.I had two gerbils, one died at the age of 3 the other one is still going strong at 4. They are both the same breed and they are the most common breed so most gerbils live from about 3-4 years.
Why do desert gerbils never need to drink?
Life in the desertThe typical Mongolian gerbil is a desert species, and lives underground in a network of tunnels, which include chambers with families. Adults move away and meet others from other chambers, extend the network, create their own chamber, and breed. Gerbils come up for food and water; there is no evidence of hoarding food, but gerbils will eat a lot of fatty foods in one sitting, suggesting supplies in the form of fat reserves rather than food storage. information source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gerbil#Life_in_the_desert
Can a older male gerbil get a younger female gerbil pregnet?
Yes. Male gerbils, no matter how old they are, can impregnate female gerbils. Most female gerbils can no longer conceive after 2 years of age. Either way, it's never wise to put a male and female together unless you intend to breed and provide for several litters. Gerbils are not easy to find homes for.
Are gerbils mammals?
No, gerbils are definitely social animals, but they are territorial. Gerbils get depressed if alone, and may even become aggressive. It is best to keep gerbils in same-sex pairs, this way they have one buddy, and there is no chance of declanning, which can happen with groups of gerbils mroe than two.
Can a gerbil have only one pup?
NO. Gerbils have 4-6 pups in each litter and can have regular litters so if you are going to breed them you have to know what you will do with the litter afterwards.
What do female gerbils do when meeting a male?
Gerbil stuff. Smell each other. Look for signs of aggression. A male may attack a female. They will breed.....you will have many hamsters. An adult will eat a baby hamster.
Can rats breed with gerbils?
Most likely not naturally, this is not exactly suggested either if you are trying to start a new breed or a genetic mutation. This can result in many health problems such as deformities. It would most likely not work because although rats and gerbils are both rodents they are not in the same family, they are both in Rodentia though. So the blunt answer is no, do not try it either because of the possible consequences. The gerbil and rat may not get along either.
How much is a gerbal?
Do you mean a gerbil? There are many kinds of gerbils and they cost anywhere from a few dollars to hundreds or even thousands. The common types you find in the average pet store are very affordable.
How much do gerbils cost at petsmart?
They where $12.00 but now they are $10.20 where I live. The prices vary, and it depends on where you live. Hope this helps.
How does a gerbil breed?
They breed just like any other rodent. By mating.
