There are 5 types of hamsters. Syrian Hamster Dwarf Campbell. Russian hamsters, dwarf winter white Russian hamsters, Chinese hamsters and Roborovsky hamsters are some of the many types of hamsters.
Types of Syrians
In the wild, Syrian hamsters prefer to be alone and feel the same in captivity. Syrian hamsters are hostile to each other and can inflict lethal damage. Syrian hamsters cannot be kept in pairs or groups. The most popular in pet stores are Syrian hamsters. Although there are many different colors and coat variations today, Syrian hamsters are commonly referred to as 'golden hamsters' due to their original wild golden color. Also known as standard or fancy hamsters, long-haired Syrian hamsters are known as 'teddy bear hamsters'. Syrian hamsters are larger in females than males.
Winter white Russian dwarf
The dejungarian dwarf hamster is another name for the dwarf winter white russian hamster. It is native to northern Kazakhstan and the Siberian steppes. Storing them outside will result in a white winter coat. In winter, it is a natural conservation color when the original environment is covered with snow. Hamsters love temperatures between 65 degrees Fahrenheit (18 degrees Celsius) and 80 degrees Fahrenheit (26 degrees Celsius) and should always be kept indoors. Dwarf Winter White Russian Hamsters can be kept in groups, especially with other dwarves of the same sex. They can only be accommodated in a group if they were introduced to each other at a young age.
Russian Dwarf Campbell
Campbell, Dwarf Dwarf Winter White Russian hamsters are closely related to Russian hamsters. Campbell's appear to be slightly larger than dwarf Russian hamsters due to their thicker coat, but they are not. Campbell's hamsters gain more weight in kennels than Russian hamsters. Campbell's coat is tan with a narrow, clearly defined dorsal stripe. In winter, the coat turns somewhat gray. Dwarf Campbell Russian hamsters can be seen living in pairs.
Chinese
Chinese hamsters are dwarf hamsters with long tails that are not closely related to other dwarf hamsters. Chinese hamsters should also be kept in a single cage. The fur of Chinese hamsters is not as frizzy as that of other breeds. It has short hair and a light gray belly with dark brown stripes on its always invisible back. Chinese hamsters have black ears with bright edges. Males have a very large scrotum.
Roborovsky
Roborovski hamsters are short-tailed dwarf hamsters, but their tan and distinctive whiskers distinguish them from the two species of short-tailed dwarf hamsters. Roborovski hamsters are much lesser known as they produce only a small number of pups. The Roborovski Hamster is the smallest dwarf hamster on the market. Its body length is 7 to 9 centimeters and the tail is almost invisible. There are brownish yellow lights on a gray background. The yellow color on the back can make it look rusty in appearance. Roborovski Hamsters do not have dorsal stripes. Roborovski Hamsters can live in pairs or groups.