Lesser Egyptian Gerbil Care
General Information: Lesser Egyptian gerbils originate from North Africa and the desert regions between the red sea and the Mediterranean, known as the Sinai peninsula. They're social animals and live in groups known as "hordes". They're referred to as "lesser" Egyptian gerbils to avoid confusion with the Greater Egyptian gerbil. They have a maximum lifespan of approximately 6 years and exhibits nocturnal behaviour. Like most gerbils, they're an omnivorous species. Lesser Egyptian gerbils are rarely kept as pets, so well-researched pet care advice is limited. Care: Housing/Enrichment: As per most gerbils, the Lesser Egyptian gerbil is a burrowing rodent. We strongly advise a 3ft-4ft by 1ft tank as a minimum . Provide plenty of suitable substrates for them to burrow. In the wild, they've been reported to have burrows extending over 4 meters, so you really can't overdo it. As with most gerbils, we often use a combination of safe wo