Roborovskis Hamster

Roborovskis (Phodopus roborovskii) or desert hamster is the smallest of all hamsters, an average of under one inch at birth, and (rarely) three inches long as adults. Distinguishing characteristics of Roborovskis is eyebrow-like, white spots, and absence of back line (there are other members of the genus Phodopus). The average lifespan for hamsters Roborovski is three (3) years, although this depends on living conditions (extreme that four years in captivity and two in the wild). Another "unique" features of "Robo" is that they are hypoallergenic, unlike many of their brethren larger