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Hamsters are rodents belonging to the subfamily Cricetinae, which contains 19 species classified in seven genera. They have become established as popular small pets. The best-known species of hamster is the golden or Syrian hamster, which is the type most commonly kept as a pet. Wikipedia

Lifespan: Roborovski dwarf hamster: 2 – 3 years, Chinese hamster: 2 – 3 years

Gestation period: Roborovski dwarf hamster: 20 – 22 days

Eaten by: Red fox

Class: Mammalia

Domain: Eukaryota

Family: Cricetidae