Rodents are often considered pests in the home. Note now that they can be classified into different categories. In fact, you can perfectly adopt rodents at home. There are also wild rodents, but also pests. The following list will give you more details on the rodents of the world.
Domestic rodents
The hamster: he leaves no one indifferent
Part of the muridae, the hamster is a domestic rodent that can appear in different varieties. It stands out for its furball appearance and does not need much maintenance. Note that it is a solitary and perfectly autonomous rodent. The hamster loves to exploit its environment on its own, especially at night.
A domestic hamster is a lively and curious rodent. He is most active at night and he doesn’t really appreciate being disturbed when he is sleeping. It can even impact one’s health in case you ignore it. He ends up having a strong bond with his master over time.
The house mouse: a small rodent that requires no maintenance
Above all, you can adopt a pet mouse so as not to feel alone at home. An independent and autonomous animal, it does not need to be maintained to be clean. Curious by nature, a house mouse also gives the impression of being a timid animal. This type of mouse is not easily convinced by unwanted caresses.
This category of mice likes to wander around at night, even in its cage. It is during the day that he takes the time to rest. She is very lively and curious when she is active. You must be careful not to disturb this mouse when it is sleeping as this could make it aggressive.
The domestic rat: a gregarious animal
It is entirely possible to adopt a rat domestic if you wish. Being a gregarious animal, it particularly needs its peers to feel in its element. The animal will show you a lot of affection once you manage to tame it.
Note that the domestic rat appreciates cuddles and caresses, but also games. It is also considered to be a nocturnal domestic rodent. It is very active once night begins to fall. On the other hand, he just washes himself and rests during the day.
The guinea pig: a rodent that cannot stand solitude
Very affectionate, the guinea pig needs a lot of attention every day. This will help it flourish more easily. It’s a domestic animal lively, but also very endearing. You can especially opt for a female if that suits you. The guinea pig particularly loves cuddles and caresses.
First of all, note that the animal may start biting your hand at first. On the other hand, he will trust you quickly. He can come out of his cage to create his own environment once you manage to adopt him. Note that this pet does not hesitate to cry to ask for your attention or to signal that it is finished.
The chinchilla: an excellent climber
First of all, note that the chinchilla can live more than 20 years. This makes it the rodent with the longest lifespan. On the other hand, it is not big enough since it only measures around thirty centimeters. This rodent is a good climber and can be very timid at first.
Besides, the Chinchilla is a timid animal. It is not easy to tame, especially since it is an animal that does not appreciate caresses. So you can’t easily handle this little face. A child may have difficulty taming it. In any case, this domestic rodent wakes up during the afternoon.
The octodon: it offers a wide choice for combinations
The octodon is as close as possible to the gerbil. This little rodent has a very sociable character. Being gregarious, you can be sure that this small animal can live peacefully in a community. Of course, he always ends up establishing an emotional bond with his master. But, this must take time since it is a very timid animal.
Note on the other hand that the octodon is a curious rodent. He also likes caresses, even going so far as to climb on your hands. Good news that makes it easier to tame. This animal is also the type to live from the end of the day. Avoid at all costs disturbing him when he is resting.
The gerbil: a domestic rodent that was similar to the rat
The gerbil is generally a cousin of the hamster. Lively and endearing, this domestic rodent also displays better sociability. She really needs to live with a friend or risk feeling alone. It is therefore better to adopt several at the same time to avoid the feeling of loneliness with the animal.
Note that the gerbil is a very endearing animal. She also has a certain level of autonomy. She can wash herself perfectly every day. It should be noted that the animal displays a solid and tender relationship with its owner. The gerbil takes great pleasure in the company of its owner.
Wild rodents
The squirrel: an unusual animal
Few people think of a squirrel when they think of a rodent. This small animal stands out above all for its health. Add to that, he can eat everything without having any health problems. This makes it easier to take care of. It can appear as a domestic rodent.
On the other hand, he still retains his wild instincts while wandering around alone. Do you want to make him sociable? So consider adopting it from a young age. In addition, he will only be sociable with you, but not with others. He can even show aggression towards those around him.
The wild guinea pig: agile and perfectly peaceful
Considered a cousin of the guinea pig, wild guinea pigs live in groups of 5 to 6 individuals. It signals its position or signals danger to its peers through cries. The wild guinea pig is also an agile animal. He can jump more than 60 cm high.
This wild rodent has a gentle and peaceful nature. On the other hand, this does not prevent him from showing aggression when the situation requires it. He lets out piercing cries when he shows his aggression. Besides, he will chatter his teeth while showing them to you. It is better to leave it alone if you do not want to be bitten by the animal.
The wild hamster: a true nocturnal animal
The wild hamster only comes out at night. This makes it difficult to find in the daytime unless you manage to adopt one. This animal tends to rest during the day after its nocturnal wandering. Note that it begins to be active from the afternoon onwards.
Also note that wild hamsters can show aggression in two specific situations. In fact, he acts this way when he is with another animal or when you disturb him in his sleep. It has the particularity of hibernating when the temperature outside drops below 10°C.
The lérot: a rodent that lives high up
This animal likes to spend its time on high places. It has the habit of eating a lot of things before going into winter hibernation. So, he eats almost everything he sees like fruits and seeds. He eats enough food to last for many months.
You will easily find it in your garden throughout the winter. Remember that this is a very friendly rodent. However, this does not mean that he will get along easily with everyone. It takes time to adapt, especially since it is a wild rodent.
The harvest rat: a rodent that hibernates during the winter
Note that the harvest rat has the particularity of feeding largely on seeds and fruits. But, he can also obtain insects by acting with great agility. The animal is very active throughout the year. Also, he tends to work less during the winter. Indeed, the animal is not the type to go into hibernation.
Want to lend a hand to a harvest rat? Simply make a big hole in a tennis ball and put it in a bush in the garden. You will see that the animal will eventually lodge there.
The prairie dog: little known to the public
The prairie dog is a rodent wild that tends to live with a colony. He is able to create shelter in a tunnel he creates himself. He is difficult to adopt since he cannot tolerate solitude.
This animal generally feeds on dandelion and many herbs. It can also consume hay. Add to this, the prairie dog also eats fruit just like fresh vegetables. This makes him a very interesting grassland animal. Please note that it is a very active animal. It can also take up residence in your garden contrary to what you might imagine.
The jerboa: a small animal with long legs
This wild rodent is generally distinguished by the length of its legs. Native to Asia and North Africa, this animal is also considered to be a nocturnal rodent. He can run up to 25 km/h and jump 2 m. These little legs don’t stop it from moving around as much.
The jerboa is an animal that likes a solitary life. She also tends to come out at night to go hunting. So you won’t find her in the yard during the day. In fact, the animal prefers to confine itself to its hole to rest.
The marmot: also called the whistler
The groundhog is a rodent that tends to hiss when it senses danger coming. It has powerful, very sharp claws. Normally, this animal sets up its own burrow. Moreover, it digs deep while making numerous holes which will be connected to each other.
You should know that it is a herbivorous rodent. In addition, it takes advantage of the summer to eat. The animal mainly loves vegetables as well as clovers. Note that this season is perfect for the groundhog to bask in the sun. She tends to line her burrow with dry grass during the winter.
The lérot: a small rodent animal
With large ears and a long tail, the lerot is a wild rodent that nestles in a tree trunk. It can also inhabit a rock cavity or simply occupy birds.
The lerot also remains a nocturnal rodent which begins to be available from the afternoon. He spends the whole day sleeping. The animal also takes several months to hibernate. The animal also eats everything it sees, including fruits and insects. This animal also tends to appreciate honey. Note that it is an animal that uses its hair to make its house.
List of harmful rodents
The black rat: an inhabitant of attics
Living in attics, the black rat has hierarchical social behavior. This is a nocturnal, non-climbing animal. It still makes scratching noises while leaving marks wherever it goes. It also leaves marks on the walls without forgetting the smell of musk and ammonia.
This animal is a real carrier of diseases. In addition to this, it tends to scratch electrical cables. It also gnaws wood while contaminating animal food.
The mouse: a real rodent
A mouse tends to live in partitions or attics. Note that it is an agile and curious rodent. Its small size also allows it to fit anywhere in the house. It should be noted that it is a playful and very agile rodent. Moreover, a mouse is a very gifted climbing animal.
The animal leaves very sharp droppings 3 to 5 mm long where it passes. A mouse can do a lot of damage. For example, it can eat through the insulation of the house as well as the furniture. It can even attack electrical cables. In addition to this, this rodent contaminates food supplies.
The brown mouse: a sewer rodent
The Norway rat is mainly present in sewers. But, that doesn’t mean it can’t climb into your cellars either. He can even live in the roof at some point. The Norway rat is generally a discreet rodent that tends to flee from humans. In addition, he tends to be aggressive when he starts to lack food.
This animal can destroy all types materials as well as cables. It can also consume your food while contaminating it. In addition to this, the brown mouse easily spreads diseases.
The dormouse: an attic rodent
The dormouse is a harmful rodent that lives in the forest or in abandoned houses. It can also create a nest in the roof or in a wall. The dormouse is an animal that tends to live in hibernation. It is also considered to be a nocturnal animal. Indeed, he shows himself at night and hides during the day.
The dormouse is also a good climber and does not hesitate to chatter its teeth to impress predators. This rodent makes a lot of noise in the attic and damages the insulation and partitions of the house.
The lérot: a very acrobatic rodent
You may come across a lerot in the garden or in the woods. He is like a real acrobat and can easily slip inside your home. Note that the lérot can make a lot of noise in the house, especially at night. This is largely manifested in attics.
It quickly deteriorates partitions and insulation. Note that the lerot always leaves droppings 1 cm long in its path. It is an animal that can do a lot of damage in just a few days.
The field mouse: a rodent outside
The field mouse is a harmful rodent that lives outside the house. It lives mainly in the garden or in the fields, but also in the woods. It is a nocturnal rodent. The animal is very agile and can make great leaps when it moves. Moreover, he shows himself to be a real climber.
The animal mainly attacks seeds and berries. But, it can also destroy your fruit and vegetable plantation. It leaves the glumes of the seeds as well as teeth marks on the hazelnuts. This rodent even opens snails at the base of their shell.
In short, the conclusion
Finally, thanks to this list of rodents of the world you now have an idea of the numbers of rodents you may encounter on a daily basis. Some of them can be tamed while others cannot. You just have to act according to the situation and seek the advice of a specialist in case you don’t know what to do. This will help you avoid making bad decisions.