Wildlife sighting

Hamster

Mesocricetus auratus

Spotted a Syrian Hamster!

Spotted by: jesskatecarroll
Date: June 6, 2026
Near: Melissa, Texas

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About the Hamster

The golden or Syrian hamster is a popular pet whose wild relatives live in a small region of Syria and Turkey. Hamsters carry food in stretchy cheek pouches and are most active at night.

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