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Journey and Her Pups

Location: United States
Group: Rodents
Species: Hamster
Research Areas: Infectious disease, Metabolism, Reproduction

Journey is pictured with her pups while loading food into her cheek pouch. Hamsters use their large, expandable cheek pouches to collect and transport food, which they may store for later. Mothers also build and maintain nests that provide a protected environment for their young. Providing appropriate nesting material, food and places to retreat allows hamsters to express these natural behaviors.

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