Can hamsters eat mealworms?
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- Hamsters are omnivores and eat insects in the wild. Source: PDSA
Sources
PDSA: Hamsters as pets (opens in a new tab)
“Hamsters like the occasional treat such as nuts, small pieces of boiled egg, or mealworms.”
Merck Veterinary Manual: Providing a Home for a Hamster (opens in a new tab)
“Small amounts of fruits, vegetables … can be given, but treats should make up no more than 10% of the diet.”
PDSA: Hamsters as pets (opens in a new tab)
“Hamsters are 'omnivores' and in the wild, they eat a mix of plants and insects.”