Randy Bilesky BScF CPA RPF President at Go Green October 15, 2024 Hamsters and rats are distinct species, though they share some similarities as small mammals. Hamsters belong to the subfamily Cricetinae and are typically kept as pets, while rats are part of the family Muridae. Hamsters have stockier bodies, shorter legs, and a more … Continue reading Hamsters – a.k.a. cute Rats?