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Syrian Hamsters
- The most obvious difference between Syrians and dwarfs is the size. Syrians average about 8 inches in length.
- Syrians come in a multitude of colors compared to the dwarf. They range from solids to calico. They can also be short-haired or long-haired.
- Syrians are loners. They cannot be housed together unless they are young.
- Syrians, when tame, remain that way, even if neglected.
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Dwarf Hamsters
- Dwarfs often don't get longer than 3 to 4 inches.
- Most dwarfs (unless they are albino) have a dark dorsal stripe running from the head down to the tail.
- Dwarfs come in far fewer colors than Syrians.
- Dwarfs can live together or in small groups.
- Dwarfs tend to be more active than Syrians, but that activity level varies from hamster to hamster.
- Dwarfs, when not kept hand-tame, will become wild.
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