Chinchillas

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Original price was: $300.00.Current price is: $250.00.

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Description

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  • Scientific Name: Chinchilla lanigera (domesticated) and Chinchilla chinchilla (wild, endangered)
  • Origin: Native to the Andes Mountains of South America — especially Chile, Peru, and Bolivia
  • Lifespan: 10–20 years in captivity with proper care
  • Size: 9–15 inches long, plus a 5–6 inch bushy tail
  • Weight: 1–2 pounds

✨ Unique Traits

  • Fur Density: Densest of any land mammal — up to 60 hairs per follicle
  • Color Morphs: Standard gray, white, beige, ebony, black velvet, violet, sapphire, mosaic
  • Defense Mechanisms: Can release fur tufts or spray urine when threatened
  • Dust Baths: Essential for grooming — helps prevent parasites and maintain fur quality

🌙 Behavior & Lifestyle

  • Crepuscular: Most active at dawn and dusk
  • Social Structure: Live in colonies called “herds” in the wild
  • Agility: Can jump up to 6 feet — strong hind legs like rabbits
  • Communication: Use squeaks, chirps, and body language
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🍃 Diet

  • Herbivorous: Eat hay, pellets, and occasional dried fruits
  • Digestive System: Specialized for extracting nutrients from fibrous plant material

🏡 Habitat Needs (Captivity)

  • Cage Size: Tall, multi-level cages preferred
  • Temperature: Sensitive to heat — ideal range is 60–70°F (15–21°C)
  • Enrichment: Chew toys, hideouts, dust bath container, climbing shelves

🧬 Breeding & Market Potential

  • Breeding Age: Females mature around 8 months; males around 6 months
  • Gestation: ~111 days; litters usually 1–2 kits
  • High-End Morphs: Angora and Locken chinchillas can fetch $1,000–$5,000+ due to rare fur types
  • Ethical Appeal: Their history of overexploitation makes ethical sourcing a strong selling point

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  1. Caroline (verified owner)

    I want to say thanks to the support team for helping with my continuously silly questions, you’re the best!

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    Great communication form the courier.

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    One of the best shops around easily

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    This is the best support for a exotic animals I had so far, they reply quickly and solve themselves the problems most of the time. Kudos guyz

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    Live food arrived safely and well packed, I also am grateful for the freebie! I also emailed asking when my order would arrive as I didnt see a date and they got back to me promptly, will definitely come here again:)

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    This is the coolest thing I’ve found on here! Will keep using your products in the future!

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    I like this item and also the customer service of them.

  9. Cassandre (verified owner)

    It’s far better than other pet shops, while the price is still acceptable.

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    This is the best support for a product I had so far, they reply quickly and solve themselves the problems most of the time. Kudos guyz

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  15. Pierce (verified owner)

    Just love the design and the customer support is the nicest.

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    Think everyone should know about this, it’s just beyond my expectations

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