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| Kingdom | : | Animalia |
| Phylum | : | Cnidaria |
| Class | : | Mammalia |
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| Order | : | Rodentia |
| Family | : | Cricetidae |
| Genus | : | Mesocricetus |
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| Scientific Name | : | Mesocricetus Auratus |
| Type | : | Mammal |
| Diet | : | Omnivore |
| Size | : | 5-28cm (2-11in) |
| Weight | : | 100-900g (3.5-32oz) |
| Top Speed | : | 6km/h (4mph) |
| Life Span | : | 2-3 years |
| Lifestyle | : | Solitary |
| Conservation Status | : | Least Concern |
| Colour | : | Tan, Brown, White, Black |
| Skin Type | : | Fur |
| Favourite Food | : | Seeds |
| Habitat | : | Dry deserts and sand dunes |
| Average Litter Size | : | 8 |
| Main Prey | : | Seeds, Nuts, Berries |
| Predators | : | Owl, Hawk, Snakes |
| Special Features | : | Food storage pouches and the ability to run backwards |