name all of the dif types of hamster? and their traits, and what they look like?
2007-01-23 01:45:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
There are five different species of hamsters commonly kept as pets. The largest is the Syrian hamster. Pet stores often come up with creative names to get more money for them. They will name them- Panda Bears, Teddy Bears, Black Bears, Honey Bears, Hershey Bears, Polar Bears, Goldens, etc.. Don't be fooled by the different names, they are all the same species. There is no difference in temperment just because they're different colors.
Then there are three dwarf species, Campbells Dwarf, Winter White Dwarf and Roborovski Dwarf. Any other name is incorrect. Many pet stores don't even know what they're selling. There are differences between each of the dwarf species.
Finally there is the Chinese hamster. Many people will call it a dwarf hamster but it's not.
Below is a link to the Pet Website. It describes in detail the different species. There is also a hamster forum where you can ask specific questions to hamster owners and experts.
I would also recommend you do an internet search for hamster breeders in your area. Hopefully there are some. Type "hamster breeders (state)" or "(state) hamster breeders" or "(state) hamstery". There are also lists of breeders on Hamsters Galore and the Internet Hamster Association of North America.
A breeder will be able to tell you about the species they breed and can help decide if it's the species for you. A breeder will not charge you more for one color over another. A reputable breeder will be a member of the Internet Hamster Association of North America.
-Janice
www.holmdenhillhaven.com
2007-01-25 11:13:48 · answer #1 · answered by radiocricket 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually there are only 2 types of hamsters - Syrians and Dwarfs. Then each of those two type are broken into breed and then colors. Go to the sites listed below they have this information broken down better then I can and they show the pictures of the different ones.
2007-01-24 00:25:19 · answer #2 · answered by wolfinator25840 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to go to a hamster website.
2007-01-23 11:53:07 · answer #3 · answered by Veneta T 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do a search under wikipedia for hamsters I just saw the site they are all there.
2007-01-23 09:56:28 · answer #4 · answered by kiss 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋