Hamsters make
great pets, are clean and easy to care for, and can live a long life given the
proper care. The most popular domesticated hamster breeds include a variety of
Syrian and Dwarf hamsters.
In this post we
will explain the life cycle of the animal that gives birth. The life process is
different from the chicken, butterfly and frog.
Breeding
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Both Syrian and dwarf hamsters reach sexual maturity and can breed
before they are a month old. However, breeding at such a young age can result
in complications for mother and litter.
Gestation
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According to Hamster-Club.com, the gestation period is 16 days for
Syrian hamsters; 18 to 21 days for Dwarf Russian, Campbell’s and Chinese
hamsters; and 23 to 30 days for Roborovski hamsters.
Litters
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Syrian hamsters can give birth to 20 babies in one litter, while
dwarf hamsters typically birth no more than 10 pups at a time, according to
Hamsterific.com
Adult
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Both Syrian hamsters and dwarf hamsters live an average of two to
three years. Signs of aging include sleeping more while eating less and some
hair loss, according to Hammy's World.
Read more: Life Cycle of Hamsters | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/facts_5964740_life-cycle-hamsters.html#ixzz2CYoQ4RsY
We inserted a video which explain a mouse for more learning purposes.
Summary: Hamster reproduction through giving birth. The baby hamster ( pup) is growing to adult hamster and the life cycle repeat again.
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