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They are rodents, and therefore belong to the same Order of mammals, but they have their own separate families, one is in the hamster and vole family, the other in the 'True' Rat/Mouse family. The Order Rodentia contains many families besides hamsters and rats, like are mice, squirrels, capybaras, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, chipmunks, groundhogs, beavers, jerboas, porcupines, chinchillas, etc. There are over 4000 types of rodents.
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Is a hamster a rat?
NO My hamster is not a rat he is a hamster... he doesn't even have a rat tail and anyway did you know hamsters arn't related to the rat they are more related to the ground hog and praire dog more then anything!
If you put two girl hamsters with one girl rat in the same cage will they be all right or will they fight?
There is a risk of them fighting if you put two girl hamsters and one girl rat in the same cage. Hamsters are solitary animals and may become territorial, while rats are social animals that can get along with other rats but not necessarily with hamsters. It is best to house them separately to prevent any potential conflicts or injuries.
What kind of animals are a rabbit and hamsters?
Rabbits are small mammals known for their long ears and hopping gait, while hamsters are small rodents with cheek pouches for storing food. Both animals are commonly kept as pets due to their small size and friendly demeanor.
What size can Syrian hamsters grow to?
my syrian hamster is about 5-7" long they are about the size of a rat!
Which hamsters live in Georgia?
Hamsters that are commonly kept as pets, such as Syrian hamsters, dwarf hamsters, and Chinese hamsters, can be found in Georgia. These hamsters are typically found in pet stores or through breeders in the state. However, wild hamsters are not native to Georgia.
Is a hamster concidered a rat?
I am an animal lover and I think hamsters should NOT be concidered a rat so do NOT treat it like a filthy rat.
Is a hamster a type of rat?
No. Hamsters and rats are both rodents.
Is a hamster a rat?
NO My hamster is not a rat he is a hamster... he doesn't even have a rat tail and anyway did you know hamsters arn't related to the rat they are more related to the ground hog and praire dog more then anything!
What does is mean if your hamster bites?
It means hamsters unintelligent and suck - get a rat (seriously)
If you put two girl hamsters with one girl rat in the same cage will they be all right or will they fight?
There is a risk of them fighting if you put two girl hamsters and one girl rat in the same cage. Hamsters are solitary animals and may become territorial, while rats are social animals that can get along with other rats but not necessarily with hamsters. It is best to house them separately to prevent any potential conflicts or injuries.
Are teddy bear hamsters usually good parents or good mothers?
Maybe if you put it next to a rat?
Can a rat eat a puppy?
Yes, definately. They are predatory, they can kill and eat smaller pets like hamsters.
What is the difference between hamster teeth and rat teeth?
really nothing hamsters teeth are just smaller
What is the species of a hamster?
The species of short hair hamsters are the siberian, the djungarian, the robvorosky's, the chinese, the Russian, and the syrian.
What is a blunt rostrum on a hamster?
The cartiliginous structure that gives a nose its shape. Hamsters have a blunter nose than, for example, a rat.
Muroids include rats mice hamsters and gerbils What raccoon-sized exotic pet and landmine-sniffer is the world's largest muroid?
The African Giant Pouched Rat PCH Giant Gambian Pouch Rat
Is a pig part cat part rat and dog?
a guinea pig is from the rodent family and that is the same group as rats, mice and hamsters.
