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no a degu is its own species they are from the same family though Answer: Yes a degu is it's own species :) But they act like a chincilla but look a bit like a gerbil or a squirrel :D lol A degu is not a mix of a rat and a chinchilla but they are in the chinchilla family. I think that degus look like squirrels but smaller and without a bushy tail.

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What rodents start with the letter D?

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What is a female degu called?

A female degu is commonly referred to simply as a "doe." Degus are small, social rodents native to Chile, and they are known for their playful nature and social behavior. In contrast, a male degu is called a "buck." Both males and females can be kept as pets, typically in pairs or groups to promote social interaction.


What rodents can share a cage with a chinchilla?

The only animal you can cage with Chinchilla's are Degu's but even then there is a long introduction process and they are not guaranteed to get along. Talk to a breeder about how this is done.


Which is a better kid friendly pet Degu or a Guinea Pig?

There are so many adorable rodents guinea pigs, hamsters, degus, gerbils, chinchillas, rats and mice


Can you tame a degu?

yes it is possible to tame a degu


Where can you get a degu in Maine?

i have one degu i rescued from a place where they adpoted off his fellow degu separate and he was there for a while. i need to get him a new degu play mate....any places in southern maine??


When was Mountain Degu created?

Mountain Degu was created in 1844.


Is a degu an mammal?

A degu is simply a cross between a kangaroo-rat and a gerbil. A kangaroo-rat isn't a kangaroo and a rat, it's just a type of rat; just like a pitbull is a type of dog... not it's own species. It's a member of the rodent family. So if you consider rodents mammals, then yes... it's a mammal.


When was Degu Debebe born?

Degu Debebe was born on 1984-01-01.


Why has the degu lost its tail?

Degu's can lose their tails as a form of defense, a degu should NEVER be picked up by it's tail. their tails do not grow back


How much can a degu weigh in the wild?

a degu averagely weighs about 5-8 ounces


Can you put a degu in with a ferret?

Only if you want the degu to be killed and quite possibly eaten.