International Hamster Day
April 12 · Level 1 · #2196 of 2238
International Hamster Day is an informal celebration of small rodents with surprisingly busy lives. Fans use it to enjoy their pets and learn about the digging, exploring and food gathering behind those irresistible faces.
How it is celebrated: owners share photos, compare their pets’ habits and exchange ideas about suitable housing. Hamster communities discuss hiding places, bedding for burrowing and activities that let the animals search for food.
A hamster’s cheek pouches extend back towards its shoulders. Those bulging cheeks are a built-in transport system for carrying supplies, rather than a sign of an unusually large mouthful.