The Main Types of Dwarf Hamsters
Phodopus sungorus (Djungarian Hamster or Three-Striped Hamster): This is the most popular type among dwarf hamsters. It is native to Siberia. It is relatively small in size with a black stripe on its back and has an average lifespan of 2 - 3 years.
Phodopus campbelli (Campbell's Dwarf Hamster or One-Striped Hamster): It has a rather irritable temperament and is not suitable for novice breeders.
Phodopus roborovskii (Roborovski Hamster or Husband-Wife Hamster): It is known for its tendency to escape, so the cage should be carefully chosen.
Purple Winter White Russian Dwarf Hamster: It is bluish-gray in color, retaining the characteristics of the three-striped hamster, with a dark stripe running from head to tail.
Silver Fox Dwarf Hamster: It has white fur with a black line on its back.
Golden Fox Dwarf Hamster: Its fur is snow-white with a yellow line on its back and it has a lively personality.
Pudding Dwarf Hamster: Its whole body is golden yellow with a relatively dark back line. The fur color deepens to brown after 5 - 6 weeks.
Milk Tea Dwarf Hamster: Its fur color is like that of pearl milk tea.
The Characteristics and Habits of Each Type of Dwarf Hamster
Phodopus sungorus (Djungarian Hamster or Three-Striped Hamster): It is curious and active, highly interactive, easy to handle, and suitable for novice breeders.
Phodopus campbelli (Campbell's Dwarf Hamster or One-Striped Hamster): It has a rather irritable temperament and is prone to biting. It is not suitable for novice breeders who are not mentally prepared.
Phodopus roborovskii (Roborovski Hamster or Husband-Wife Hamster): Although it has a gentle temperament, it is prone to escaping, so the cage should be carefully chosen.
Purple Winter White Russian Dwarf Hamster: It is bluish-gray in color, retaining the characteristics of the three-striped hamster, with a dark stripe running from head to tail.
Silver Fox Dwarf Hamster: It has white fur with a black line on its back and a gentle temperament.
Golden Fox Dwarf Hamster: Its fur is snow-white with a yellow line on its back and a lively personality.
Pudding Dwarf Hamster: Its whole body is golden yellow with a relatively dark back line and a gentle temperament.
Milk Tea Dwarf Hamster: Its fur color is like that of pearl milk tea and it has a gentle temperament.