Short and Fun Hamster Facts For Kids

Is there anything cuter than a pet hamster? The hamster species are small mammals and also members of the cricetulus genus – if you’re looking for other amazing hamster facts and some awesome hamster facts printables, you’re in the right place! 

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Hamster Facts Pages

These nocturnal creatures come in many varieties, such as Syrian hamsters, teddy bear hamsters, Chinese dwarf hamsters, robo hamsters and long-haired hamsters – There’s even a golden hamster! While hamsters may look cute and timid, these small animals can cover the distance of four marathons in a single night in the wild! Let’s take a look at some more fascinating hamster facts. 

Hamster Facts FOR KIDS

1. Hamsters are small rodents known for having short tails, stubby legs, and small ears. Their small size makes them great pets.
2. There are about 20 species of hamsters, however, only about 5 breeds are suitable for being kept as house pets.
3. Wild hamsters were first found in Syria, but now they live in dry areas in central Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
4. The gestation period for hamsters is relatively short, typically lasting around 16 to 18 days.
5. Female hamsters may have a new litter every month, between 1 to 13 baby hamsters each time.

6. They have poor eyesight but good senses of smell and hearing.
7. Hamster’s teeth never stop growing so it’s important to give them soft wood blocks for them to chew on.
8. Hamsters have large cheek pouches to store food such as fresh fruits, seeds, and grains for later.
9. The German word “hamstern” comes from “hamster” which means “hoarding.”
10. Hamsters can catch colds from humans.

SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR HAMSTER FACTS COLORING SHEETS

Hamster facts coloring pages are sized for standard letter printer paper dimensions – 8.5 x 11 inches.

• Something to color with favorite crayons, colored pencils, markers, paint, watercolors…
• The printable hamster facts coloring sheets template pdf — see button below to download & print.

This pdf file includes two coloring sheets loaded with Hamster facts that you don’t want to miss. Print as many sets as needed and give them to friends or family!

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Hamster Facts Sheets

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We hope you had a super-fun time learning these amazing hamster facts – What were your favorites? And how badly do you want a hamster for a pet right now?!