About Chinchillas
Chinchilla Traits at a Glance
- Species.
- hystricomorph rodents
- Characteristics.
- Beautiful dense fur, long whiskers, and long, bushy tail.
- Chinchilla Lifespan.
- Pet chinchillas can live as long as 15 to 20 years.
- Chinchillas are nocturnal
- and crepuscular, they are active at dusk.
- Agressiveness.
- Despite a reputation otherwise, chinchillas are not naturally agressive. They will use their teeth only to convey displeasure at rough handling.
- Chinchillas Bathe Daily.
- Chinchillas require a daily dust bath for their well-being, to promote cleanliness, and maintain the beauty of their fur. They are very clean animals and when kept in proper conditions will not emit any offensive odors.
- Chinchillas don't carry pests.
- Because of their dense fur, chinchillas do not carry fleas or lice.
- Chinchilla teeth never stop growing.
- Chinchillas must always be provided with something to chew on to maintain their teeth.