How much does a degu weigh?

1. How big does a degu get?
2. Should I get 2 degus?
3. Are degus cuddly?
4. Are degus illegal?
5. Can male degu live together?
6. Is a degu like a chinchilla?
7. What size cage does a degu need?
8. Do degu bites hurt?
9. How much is a degu?
10. Can you have a degu as a pet?
11. Are degu good pets?

How big does a degu get?

The average degu will grow to a length of 9-11″ (25-30 cm). This includes the tail, which typically measures at 6″ (15cm). They generally weigh between 150-300 grams at full size. As such, they are considered small rodents.

Should I get 2 degus?

Degus are social animals that live in large groups in the wild. In general, it's recommended to keep at least a pair of degus. There are some rare cases where a degu is (temporarily) kept as a solitary pet. In that case, you'll need to provide your degu with a lot of attention.

Are degus cuddly?

Are degus cuddly? Degus can get very affectionate and cuddly when they're used to you handling them. The degu is a very intelligent animal that will want to cuddle with you but will also like cuddling with other degus.

Are degus illegal?

Prohibitions Some jurisdictions consider common degus as a potential invasive species and forbid owning them as a pet. In the United States, they are illegal to own in California, Utah, Georgia, Connecticut, and Alaska.

Can male degu live together?

Degus are very sociable and in the wild they live in colonies of up to 100 animals! They are best kept in single-sex pairs or groups of up to 6 as they love to play together and snuggle up to one another, and can become very depressed if kept on their own.

Is a degu like a chinchilla?

Degu Overview

Degus are smaller than chinchillas, but they tend to have bigger personalities. These little rodents are cute and curious, making it fun to watch them run and play in their habitat. ... These are social pack animals and prefer to live with other degus rather than by themselves.

What size cage does a degu need?

Degus need a large cage. A minimum cage size of 24 inches by 18 inches by 24 inches should house two degus comfortably. The larger, the better. Multilevel cages built for ferrets or chinchillas are ideal.

Do degu bites hurt?

Degus are friendly animals that generally won't resort to biting unless they feel threatened and have no way out. A degu might give you a little “grooming” nip but this doesn't really hurt or break the skin. It's only in rare cases that a degu will bite hard and such a bite might hurt and cause an injury.

How much is a degu?

On average you can expect the price of a degu to range from $30 to $300 with most degus to cost around $40. The price will depend on a lot of factors like the age, the region and the season.

Can you have a degu as a pet?

To be healthy and happy, degus should be kept as pets in pairs or groups. As pets, they typically live 5-8 years. Degus can become very tame if handled regularly and from an early age. They are playful and curious creatures and, like most rodents, love to chew everything.

Are degu good pets?

Degus are very intelligent and highly sociable animals that love to play and explore. They have a friendly nature and are outgoing little rodents. They make fantastic pets, but need a lot of care and aren't an animal you should choose on a whim.