What are the different varieties of hamster?

- Also known as golden hamsters

- Largest species of hamster

- Can grow up to 6 inches long

- Typically solitary animals

- Come in a variety of colors and coat patterns

Dwarf Hamsters

- Include several different species, such as Roborovskis, Winter Whites, and Campbell's hamsters

- Smaller than Syrian hamsters, typically growing to around 4 inches long

- Can be social animals and may live in pairs or even small groups

- Come in a variety of colors and coat patterns

Chinese Hamsters

- Also known as striped hamsters

- Distinct brown and white stripe down their backs

- Smaller than Syrian hamsters, typically growing to around 4 inches long

- Can be aggressive toward other hamsters (except during breeding)

- Come in a variety of colors and coat patterns

Other Hamster Species

- Include less common species such as:

- Mongolian hamsters

- Fat-tailed hamsters

- Long-tailed hamsters

- Teddy bear hamsters