How to Identify and Classify Hamsters

1. What is the most common type of hamster kept as a pet?

A) Roborovski Hamster
B) Chinese Hamster
C) Dwarf Campbell's Russian Hamster
D) Syrian Hamster

2. Which hamster species is known for its long tail relative to its body?

A) Chinese Hamster
B) Dwarf Winter White Russian Hamster
C) Syrian Hamster
D) Roborovski Hamster

3. Which hamster species is the smallest?

A) Syrian Hamster
B) Dwarf Campbell's Russian Hamster
C) Chinese Hamster
D) Roborovski Hamster

4. What is a common color variation in Syrian hamsters?

A) Golden
B) Pearl
C) Agouti
D) Sapphire

5. Which of these hamster species is known to be prone to diabetes?

A) Syrian Hamster
B) Dwarf Campbell's Russian Hamster
C) Roborovski Hamster
D) Chinese Hamster

6. What is a key characteristic of Roborovski hamsters' appearance?

A) Black dorsal stripe
B) White 'eyebrows'
C) Long tail
D) Fluffy cheeks

7. What is the average lifespan of a Syrian hamster?

A) 4-5 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 2-3 years
D) 3-4 years

8. What type of enclosure is best for a hamster?

A) Glass aquarium without ventilation
B) Bird cage
C) Wire cage or plastic bin
D) Cardboard box

9. What is a common sign of illness in hamsters?

A) Storing food
B) Constant grooming
C) Wet tail
D) Running on a wheel

10. What type of bedding is unsafe for hamsters?

A) Cedar shavings
B) Aspen shavings
C) Hemp bedding
D) Paper-based bedding

11. What is a characteristic behavior of hamsters?

A) Swimming
B) Cheek pouching
C) Flying
D) Barking

12. What is the dental formula for a Hamster?

A) 1/1, 0/0, 3/3, 0/0
B) 3/3, 1/1, 4/4, 2/2
C) 3/3, 1/1, 3/2, 1/1
D) 1/1, 0/0, 0/0, 3/3

13. What type of diet is best for hamsters?

A) Only vegetables
B) Commercial hamster food
C) Cat food
D) Dog food

14. What is a common health issue in older hamsters?

A) Shedding their fur
B) Becoming more active
C) Tumors
D) Growing new teeth

15. What does 'crepuscular' mean in relation to hamster activity?

A) Most active at dawn and dusk
B) Only active during the day
C) Active all the time
D) Only active at night

16. Which hamster species exhibits a 'sapphire' color mutation?

A) Syrian Hamster
B) Roborovski Hamster
C) Dwarf Winter White Russian Hamster
D) Chinese Hamster

17. What is the gestation period of a Syrian hamster?

A) 21-24 days
B) 15-18 days
C) 30-35 days
D) 7-10 days

18. Which sense is most important to hamsters?

A) Hearing
B) Sight
C) Smell
D) Taste

19. What is the scientific name of the Syrian hamster?

A) Mesocricetus auratus
B) Phodopus sungorus
C) Phodopus roborovskii
D) Cricetulus griseus

20. What is a 'teddy bear' hamster?

A) A Chinese Hamster
B) A short-haired Syrian hamster
C) A long-haired Syrian hamster
D) A Roborovski Hamster

21. What is a sign of stress in hamsters?

A) Bar chewing
B) Storing food
C) Sleeping during the day
D) Playing with toys

22. What is an enriched environment for a hamster?

A) A dirty environment
B) A habitat with bright lights all day
C) A habitat with toys and different textures
D) A small, bare cage

23. What is a good way to bond with your hamster?

A) Shout at your hamster
B) Offer treats from your hand
C) Wake your hamster up frequently
D) Forcefully hold your hamster

24. What does it mean when a hamster freezes in place?

A) It is scared or startled
B) It is happy and playful
C) It is simply tired
D) It is trying to get your attention

25. What is a common misconception about hamsters?

A) They are low maintenance pets
B) They are very clean
C) They are nocturnal animals
D) They can live together peacefully

26. What is the scientific name for the Roborovski Hamster?

A) Cricetulus griseus
B) Mesocricetus auratus
C) Phodopus roborovskii
D) Phodopus sungorus

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