Hamsters, on the other hand, are primarily solitary animals that prefer to live alone. Known for their territorial nature, when confronted by other animals, hamsters will attack. ... Gerbils and hamsters have very different sleeping habits because hamsters are nocturnal, whereas gerbils are diurnal, or active during the day. read more
Gerbils are social animals, known for living in pairs and even large colonies. Without the proper stimulation, gerbils housed alone are prone to depression and more susceptible to other health problems. Hamsters, on the other hand, are primarily solitary animals that prefer to live alone. read more
No they will not get along with each other. hamsters are solitary animals that cant even be housed together let alone with a different animal. Hamsters can only live alone once adulthood is reached (around 8weeks old) and if another hamster is placed in the same cage they will fight to the death. read more