Text Box: Also known as the Fat Tailed Gerbil, the duprasi is a gentle small mammal that is a great beginner pet. They are a low-maintenance pet and the soft docile creatures do not try to bite even when being held. These cousins to the gerbil family love to sit in your hand and be petted. Children especially like duprasis because they are not speedy and can be easily handled. Duprasis are very comical and often sleep on their backs with their feet in the air. Text Box: Helen's Little Critters Text Box: Duprasi Care and Facts: Average Lifespan: 2– 5 Years Diet: We feed our duprasi a quality vitamin fortified finch diet with some fruit and leafy greens. We also provide Timothy hay for them to eat and make nest. Duprasi also love crickets and mealworms as a snack. We also supplement their diet with 10% kitten food, once a week. Size at Adulthood: Body 3-4 inches and the tail is 2inches. Minimum Cage size: 24"wide x 12"deep x 12"high. A ten-gallon aquarium is a good choice. Cleaning: Duprasis are naturally a clean animal however they do enjoy the occasional dust bath. Text Box: Duprasi Text Box: Frequently Asked Questions: Q:Do they have scent glands or a smell? A: No they do not have scent glands or a smell. Q: Do they require any vaccinations? A: No vaccinations are needed. Q: What is their general personality? A: Easy going, clam and interesting. They very rarely bite even when caught in the wild. Q: How are they with other pets? A: Due to their size, these pets should not be introduced to other pets under any circumstances Q: Can I take my duprasi outside? A: No. It is best to take your duprasi outside in a cage or kennel.