The common degu (Octodon degus; / ˈdeɪɡuː /), or, historically, the degu, is a small hystricomorpha rodent endemic to the Chilean matorral ecoregion of central Chile. [2] . The …

Aug 25, 2023 · What Is a Degu? A degu is a small, burrowing rodent native to Chile that makes a great pet. They are great nappers, but once they get used to your schedule, these little …

Degu, (genus Octodon), one of four species of ratlike South American rodents found primarily on the lower western slopes of the Andes Mountains. It is one of the most common mammals of …

The Degus are a group of octodontid rodents in the Octodontidae family, but historically referred to the common degu (O. degus). Degus are placed in two genera: O. gliroides, the mountain …

Oct 10, 2017 · These small rodents are extremely smart and can adapt to both nocturnal (night) and diurnal (day) sleeping patterns. They also develop medical conditions such as diabetes, …

Mar 18, 2021 · This native Chilean is also referred to as the brush-tailed rat, and it resembles a rat but with a hairy tail. In fact, the name degu is reported to mean mouse/rat in the Mapuche …

Oct 26, 2019 · Degus are rodents that originate from South America. Like a lot of other pockets pets, their natural habitat lies in Chile. Degus can’t tolerate very high altitudes – their biology …

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Degus are small, social and vocal rodents. They have long silky coats that are grey-brown tinged, and a long, thin tail with a tufted, black tip. Degus are native to northern and central Chile and …

Mar 25, 2020 · An Ode to Rats. These cuddly domesticated rodents make very fancy pets. Can you name a type of pet that loves to cuddle, responds to its own name, self-grooms, can play …