Russian Dwarf Hamster

Family: Cricetidae
Genus: Phodopus
Gestation: 18-21 days

Also sometimes called Campbells Russian Dwarf, Siberian Hamster, Djungarian hamster, Furry Footed hamster, Hairy footed hamster.

Campbell's Russian Dwarf Hamster ( Phodopus campbelli ) is more common than the Dwarf Winter White Russian hamsters, and is easier to find in pet shops today. They average in size from 4-5 inches full grown. Their average lifespan is 1.5-2 years.

Campbell's Russian Dwarf hamsters can be difficult to handle due to their small size. They are fairly sociable and will get along well with others of its own kind, but there still may be an occasional argument between the hamsters.