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If you have chosen to buy a hamster, it is good to know that there are 5 hamster types that you can pick from. These are Winter White Russian Hamster, Syrian Hamster, Campbell's Dwarf Hamster, Chinese Hamster and the Roborovski Hamster.

Winter White Russian Hamster

This kind of hamster is originally found in the prairies of Northern Kazakhstan. Its title can be accredited to its color-changing skill. Because it came from a snowy origin, it transforms its fur to winter white for safety. But if you are nurturing one, it is better to keep them warm and cozy indoors. These hamsters can be clustered in a cage, as long as you put them together when they were still young.

Syrian Hamster

These are your recluse hamsters. They select to be alone. Even in the wild, they roam around alone. So, I'm strongly suggesting that you place them alone as well in the cage. This hamster type can be too hostile if another hamster is sharing with its territory.

Though they lack affability, they make up for it with their impressive coloring. Originally labeled as "Golden Hamster", they have transmuted producing new generations with various colors and undercoats. They are also the most usual breed that you can purchase in a pet store.

Campbell's Dwarf Hamster

Campbell's Dwarf Hamsters are stress-free to nurture. You can place them in companies, preferably of identical age and gender. They have a yellowish to brownish coating, which turns grey during snow. These hamsters are somewhat associated to Dwarf Winter Whites, that some people have a difficult time spotting the difference between the two.

Chinese Hamster

This specie is somewhat different from the other types of dwarf hamster. They are long-tailed and have a fur that is not that woolly compared to the other species. It has a pale grey belly and a brownish dorsal stripe. For males, their scrotum is big. This type of hamster is usually antagonistic at first. Patience is essential in calming it. Once tamed, they can be nurtured easily. Often times, they grow to 10-12cm and live for about two years.

Roborovski Hamster

This is another breed of dwarf hamster. They are short-tailed, yellowish in color, and they possess notable whiskers that make them look different from the rest. They don't have dorsal stripes like other species have. They are also the tiniest breed with a highest growth length of 5.5cm. They are amiable and can be put together in companies. Life expectancy for this type is usually three years.

It is vital to have a in-depth knowledge of hamster types before you opt in fostering one. It will make it stress-free for you to handle them and avoid mistakes that beginners always make. This will be helpful for you.