Hamster Facts

Here are some carefully complied hamster facts for you to digest. Have a read and amaze your friends with your brilliant hamster facts!

Hamsters are really cute little creatures and make great pets. These facts about hamster will help you understand how amazing hamsters are! Enjoy!

  • Hamsters can stuff their cheeks with food!
  • Hamsters normally live 2-3 years, but can live up to 4 years
  • In the wild, hamsters burrow underground to avoid being caught by predators
  • Hamsters are originally from the deserts of Asia
  • Male hamsters are called 'Bucks', and female hamsters are 'Does'
  • Unlike other breeds of hamster, dwarf Russian hamsters will live happily in mixed sex pairs or groups.

Why not check out our pet hamster section?!

© Loving Your Pet 2025. All rights reserved