Frequently Asked Questions about degus
About degus What is the lifespan of a degu? The octodon degus lives on average 2 years in the wild and about 5 years in… Read More »Frequently Asked Questions about degus
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Octodon pacificus: a rediscovered cousin of the common degus
The Octodon pacificus is one of the close relatives of the Octodon degus commonly found in households. In total, there are five members of the… Read More »Octodon pacificus: a rediscovered cousin of the common degus
False caudal autotomy or tail loss / fur slip in degus (broken/dropped tail)
Some photographs in this article may contain images of diseases/injuries that may disturb the sensitivity of the public. All these images are hidden and can… Read More »False caudal autotomy or tail loss / fur slip in degus (broken/dropped tail)
Can degu eat fruits / vegetables ?
The degu is a herbivorous rodent whose diet primarily consists of foliage and seeds and plant seeds1 2. In captivity, it is possible to provide… Read More »Can degu eat fruits / vegetables ?
Can degu eat cereals?
The degu is an herbivorous rodent whose diet mainly consists of foliage and seeds from plants1 2. In captivity, it is possible to provide a… Read More »Can degu eat cereals?
What to do when your degu has given birth to babies ?
The arrival of baby degus is often a surprise, related to incorrect sexing or the acquisition of a pregnant female. However, a litter requires certain… Read More »What to do when your degu has given birth to babies ?
French, European, and Canadian Legislation on degus
The ownership and care of degus are regulated by laws that vary depending on the country. It is essential to understand these laws to avoid… Read More »French, European, and Canadian Legislation on degus
Octodon pacificus seen alive for the first time in 65 years.
Octodon pacificus is one of the relatives of the Octodon degus (common degus), which is commonly found in our homes. In total, there are five… Read More »Octodon pacificus seen alive for the first time in 65 years.
CARA Charter – What size cage for my degu?
The cage is a crucial element of your degu’s habitat. It must indeed meet their needs in terms of movement and territory management. Degus are… Read More »CARA Charter – What size cage for my degu?
Interspecies cohabitation with a degu
The degu cohabitates in nature with a number of rodent species that share its lifestyle or from which it can benefit. It can thus live… Read More »Interspecies cohabitation with a degu