Syrian hamsters were discovered in Syria, but received their «hamster» name for the German word hamstern, which means to hoard. (mnn.com)
Hamsters need bifocals - they can't see within six inches of their faces.Hamsters get their name from the old German word «hamstern» associated with storing food. (stevedalepetworld.com)
The name «hamster» comes from the German word «hamstern,» which means «hoard.» (morenapethospital.com)