Mammal
Hamster
The classic pocket-sized pet rodent
Family Cricetidae
Cricetidae is a taxonomic family in the order Rodentia, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 3 of its members: Hamster, Brown Lemming and Muskrat. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Cricetidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamster Mesocricetus auratus | 150 g | 17 cm | 8 km/h | 3 yrs | Asia | Domesticated |
| Brown Lemming Lemmus lemmus | 80 g | 15 cm | 8 km/h | 2 yrs | Asia, Europe, North America | Least Concern |
| Muskrat Ondatra zibethicus | 1.2 kg | 35 cm | 5 km/h | 4 yrs | Asia, Europe, North America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
