Hamster

Hamsters are burrowing rodents that gather food and transport it in cheek pouches to sheltered storage areas. Seeds and other plant foods are important, with some animal material also taken. Many are most active during dusk, night or other low-light periods. Their nests and tunnels help separate sleeping, storing and other activities. Domestic care needs differ among species, and the familiar Syrian hamster should not be treated as the model for every hamster.