European Hamster in a Meadow

Close-up of a wild European hamster appearing through the meadow grass, before sniffing the camera and running away.

  • Image ID 56920176
  • Production Year 2024
  • Length 00:00:31
  • Production Company Dream Wild Films
  • Resolution
  • FormatMP4
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Synopsis

The European Hamster (Cricetus cricetus), also known as the common hamster, is native to Eurasia. This nocturnal or crepuscular species typically inhabits farmland, meadows, gardens, or hedges.Now critically endangered, the European hamster faces threats from hunting and habitat loss.


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Dream Wild Films