Have you ever heard of a cute little creature called a mini squirrel ? If you're a fan of exotic pets — something small, adorable, and super active — the mini squirrel might just be your next favourite companion! Most people are familiar with sugar gliders, hamsters, or rabbits when it comes to exotic pets. But the mini squirrel — officially known as the African Pygmy Dormouse — is still a hidden gem in the pet world. Let’s dive into the fascinating world of this tiny animal! 🧐 What Is a Mini Squirrel? The African Pygmy Dormouse (scientific name: Graphiurus murinus ) is a tiny rodent native to Africa. While people call it a "mini squirrel," it’s technically part of the dormouse family , not a true squirrel. Mini Squirrel / Dormouse Still, it often gets mistaken for one because of its incredibly cute appearance — imagine a mix between a sugar glider, hamster, and long-tailed mouse... but truly, it's a species of its own! 🔍 Key Features of the Mini Squirrel...
One of the most common questions we get is: Can mini squirrels be housed with sugar gliders, hamsters, or small rabbits? Short answer: No, they can’t. Although these animals all look cute and tiny, their lifestyles and behaviours are very different and mixing them can cause serious problems. 🐿️ Mini Squirrel: Social, But Highly Territorial ➡️ Social? Yes, mini squirrels ( African Pygmy Dormice ) enjoy the company of their own kind. They often live, play, groom, and sleep together but only within their own familiar group , often from the same litter. ➡️ But... Territorial: Trouble starts when you try to mix them with other species like sugar gliders, hamsters, or rabbits. To a mini squirrel, that new animal isn’t a friend — it’s an intruder . This territorial instinct can lead to stress, aggression, and even injury. 🧠 Simple Analogy: Think of a friendly kid… who turns fierce when a stranger enters their room. That’s your mini squirrel 😆 ✅ The Bottom Line for M...