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Gerbils - page 2
Do Gerbil swim?
Gerbils dislike swimming. They won't play games in water like other animals, although they can swim in an emergency. There aren't many streams and lak...
Do Gerbil live in the desert?
Gerbils are relatives of mice and rats, and live in deserts, grasslands, and on mountainsides in Africa and Asia. In the wild, they live in burrows un...
Do Gerbil live in groups?
They are happiest in same-sex pairs or small groups. Gerbils are sociable animals and, in the wild, group sizes range from two to 15 animals of all ag...
Do Gerbil have tails?
Yes, pet gerbils have quite long tails that, depending on the species, can be covered with a thin layer of fur or be relatively hairless. ... Mongolia...
Do Gerbil eat meat?
Gerbils are omnivores. This means they eat both plants and meat. Their natural diet includes a whole range of foods such as seeds, plants and insects....
Can Gerbil swim?
Gerbils dislike swimming. They won't play games in water like other animals, although they can swim in an emergency. There aren't many streams and lak...
Can Gerbil jump?
Gerbils aren't natural jumpers, like some other animals. Wild gerbils don't have much reason to jump. ... All this means that gerbils can't jump that ...
Are Gerbil omnivores?
feeding your gerbil Gerbils are often mistaken as herbivores, but they are omnivores and do need a small amount of protein in their diet to keep them ...
Are Gerbil herbivores?
It's important to feed your pet correctly to keep him from getting fat and unhealthy. Gerbils are herbivores, which means they eat only plant material...