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Roborovski Hamster
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The world's smallest hamster. Extremely fast and active, best enjoyed by watching. Shy but can be kept in groups.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
3-3.5 years
Size
4-5cm / 15-30g
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Hamster pellets, seeds, dried vegetables
About
The Roborovski hamster (Phodopus roborovskii) is the smallest of the commonly kept pet hamsters, native to the deserts and semi-arid steppes of China, Mongolia, and Russia. Adults measure only 4.5–5 cm and weigh 15–25 g. Their sandy-brown coat and distinctive white eyebrow-like markings make them easily identifiable. Extremely fast and agile, Roborovskis are better suited as display animals than for regular handling. They are nonetheless highly entertaining to observe, often running the equivalent of several marathons per night on their wheel. A wheel of at least 15 cm diameter is essential. They prefer dry conditions (40–50% humidity) and benefit from a sand bath area. Optimal temperature is 18–26 °C. A glass tank-style enclosure is recommended to prevent escapes. Diet consists of dwarf hamster pellets, seeds, and dried vegetables. Lifespan is 2–3.5 years.
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Basic Info
Origin
the deserts of Central Asia
Lifespan
3-3.5 years
Size
4-5cm / 15-30g
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Hamster pellets, seeds, dried vegetables
Care Guide
Care Specifications
Solitary
Sources: Dwarf hamster (Phodopus) same-sex aggression at maturity
Morphs (Varieties)
ロボロフスキーハムスター Phodopus roborovskii のカラー変異。White-Faced(Husky)が代表(劣性)。モルフは他種に比べ少ない。
RecessiveVisual only with two copies; one copy = het (carrier).
White-Faced (Husky)
DominantVisual with a single copy; no distinct super form.
Agouti (wild type)
Sources: Roborovski dwarf hamster (Wikipedia)
A curated selection of notable morphs. Inheritance modes are a breeding-planning guide; actual appearance varies with combos.
References & Sources
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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: honor the (Satunin, 1903)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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