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Teddy Bear Hamster
BeginnerGolden hamster
Long-haired variety of Golden Hamster. Fluffy coat resembles a teddy bear. Gentle and easy to tame, ideal for beginners.
Difficulty
Beginner
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
2-3 years
Size
15-20cm / 100-150g
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Hamster pellets, seeds, vegetables, small amounts of fruit
About
The teddy bear hamster is a long-haired variety of the Syrian (golden) hamster (Mesocricetus auratus), developed through selective breeding for an extended coat. Adults measure 15–20 cm and weigh 100–150 g. Males develop notably longer coats (5–6 cm) than females, creating the plush, stuffed-animal appearance that gives the variety its name. Their behavioral characteristics mirror those of the standard Syrian hamster: strictly solitary, territorial, and primarily nocturnal. They should always be housed individually. Coat care is an added responsibility compared to short-haired Syrians: bedding material must be smooth to avoid tangling, and weekly brushing is recommended. The lower back area is particularly prone to mat formation. Housing requires a cage of at least 45 cm width with a 20 cm diameter wheel. Optimal temperature is 20–26 °C. Common health concerns include wool block, tumors, and diabetes. Lifespan is 2–3 years.
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Basic Info
Origin
northern Syria (selectively bred variety of the golden hamster)
Lifespan
2-3 years
Size
15-20cm / 100-150g
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Hamster pellets, seeds, vegetables, small amounts of fruit
Care Guide
Care Specifications
Solitary
Morphs (Varieties)
テディベアハムスター = ゴールデンハムスター(Mesocricetus auratus)のロングヘア(長毛)個体の通称。長毛は劣性形質。下記はゴールデン共通のカラー変異。
RecessiveVisual only with two copies; one copy = het (carrier).
Long-haired (Teddy Bear)CreamBlack
DominantVisual with a single copy; no distinct super form.
Golden (wild type)White-Bellied
Sources: Syrian hamster variations (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: Golden hamster (Waterhouse, 1839)
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listedIUCN EN · Endangered
IUCNのEN評価は野生個体群に対するもの。ペット個体は飼育繁殖で流通量は多い。
Sources: Mesocricetus auratus IUCN EN (2022)
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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