The 5 Species Of Domesticated Hamsters

 

There are only 5 speices of domesticated hamster and all of them are very different with different dietry needs and care requirements. They have different genetics, different histories and each one is unique! It's important to note that you cannot house different species of hamster together and some species are solitary meaning they must live alone as adults. Make sure you carefully research the species you are choosing before you bring your new hamster home. Some pet stores (especially those in the US) sell hamsters under false names in order to charge more money for them, knowing the different species can help you to avoid this common scam.