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Chinchillas are very social animals T/F? True, they are highly social, in the wild live in colonies of more than 100 individuals
What time are chinchillas active Crepuscular activity peaks but activity will continue into the night
What is the chinchilla fur-slip? Loss of fur to “escape” stressful situations. Can occur when handled tightly or animal is stressed.
Chinchilla diet • Herbivores • In the wild, eat grasses, leaves, and twigs • In captivity, pellets, and hay
What special care do chinchillas need? Dust baths (2-3x a week)
Chinchilla reproduction • Gestation: 111 days • Average litter size: 2-3 young • Females are mostly monogamous • Precocial
What are the common diseases in chinchillas? Dental disease, heat stroke, and respiratory issues
Meriones unguiculatus Gerbil
Where do gerbils originate from? Central Asia (Mongolia)
What is the average lifespan of a gerbil? 2-4 years
Gerbils don't have hair on their tails T/F? False, hair covers their entire tail unlike the rat and the mouse
Are gerbils social? Yes, they are highly social and should be kept with friends
What time are gerbils active Diurnal
Gerbil reproduction • Monogamous • Gestation: 25 days • Average litter size: 3-6 young • Altricial
Gerbil diet • Omnivores • Pellets, hay, and seed
What are the common diseases in gerbils? • Tyzer’s Disease • Seizures
Tyzer’s Disease Bacterial disease in the intestines that results in diarrhea and often death within 48 hours
Cavia porcellus Guinea Pig aka cavies
Agouti Fur in which each hair has alternate dark and light bands, producing a grizzled appearance
Rosettes coat formed cowlicks
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