Golden Hamster
Mesocricetus auratus
An adult golden hamster is a solitary, mostly nocturnal rodent of dry grasslands, field margins, and cultivated areas. It feeds on seeds, grains, roots, greens, and occasional insects, carrying finds in cheek pouches back to a branching burrow. Notably, the cheek pouches can stretch back toward the shoulders, letting a small animal transport a large food load while keeping its forepaws free.
- Type
- Burrow
- Conservation status
- EN
Growth chain
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- Golden Hamster