How to determine whether a hamster is male or female? Why do female hamsters always bully males?

Hamsters are small furry pets that are easy to keep even for lazy people. But don't be fooled by their appearance, as they have a strong sense of territory. It is not impossible for a female hamster to bully a male hamster.

How to tell if a hamster is male or female

First, look at the scent glands. Female hamsters' scent glands are not as obvious as male hamsters', and they are often considered to have no scent glands.

Second, look at the breasts. The breasts of female hamsters are more obvious than those of male hamsters, and the breasts of male hamsters are not easy to see.

Third, look at the genitals. The female hamster's genitals are close to the anus, while the male hamster's genitals are farther away from the anus.

Fourth, look at the butt. The male hamster’s butt is fuller and relatively larger, while the female hamster’s butt is pointed and triangular.

Why do female hamsters always bully male hamsters?

First, hamsters have a strong sense of territory. If you suddenly put a male hamster and a female hamster together, the female hamster will reject and attack the male hamster. Therefore, the owner should first raise them in separate cages, and then keep them together after they are familiar with each other's smell.

Second, female hamsters that are not in estrus or are pregnant will also reject male hamsters.

Why do female hamsters eat male hamsters?

There are several reasons why female hamsters eat male hamsters. First, when the female hamster is pregnant, the body's lack of nutrition will swallow the male hamster to supplement nutrition. Second, the female hamster raised is irritable, and when the male hamster irritates it, the female hamster attacks the male hamster and even eats the male hamster. Therefore, it is recommended to separate the feeder during the hamster's feeding process.