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Hamster, the penguin, also known as the golden ground mouse, in the dictionary translated as cave rat because it is a burrowing species, is a species of rodent in the subfamily Cricetinae, including 25 species in 6 or 7 different genera. Bred for scientific experiments and now also as a pet for lovers of small pets. Hamsters were discovered in a city near Syria in 1829. Hamsters have the ability to dig burrows to chase insects. This species is special in that it has cheek pouches reaching to its shoulders, this purpose is to bring food to their nests and burrows. Hamsters are capable of different behaviors based on genetic and environmental influences and have actually interacted closely with humans.