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The quintessential family pet for those not ready to commit to a larger animal, hamsters are well-loved members of many families. The first hamster is said to have been identified in 1930, and from there over 26 unique species have been identified. Originally discovered in Syria, the most popular and most common species of hamster today is known as the Syrian hamster, and those are the most likely ones you’ll find in pet shops or in homes across the world. Other popular species, like the Chinese hamster or the dwarf family of hamsters, have also begun cropping up. Hamsters can make great family pets, but there are quite a few things you want to keep in mind when you begin your hamster journey. But the key question for today’s blog is how long do hamsters live?
How long do hamsters live?
One of the biggest questions people have when choosing a pet hamster is often: how long do hamsters live? That question depends on a lot of different factors that we’ll explore, including breed, diet, and living conditions. On average a hamster can live around 18 months to 2 years.
