Chinchillas by Jamie Huggins Chinchillas by Jamie Huggins Chinchillas are a type of rodent. They are originally from the Andes Mountains in South America. Chinchillas were originally bred by ranchers for their incredibly soft and thick fur. Now they are widely bred for pets. They can easily live ten years or more if cared for properly.
Chinchillas make great pets.
They are odorless, and because of their dense fur can not get pests such as fleas. They are social animals, so if kept alone they will need some attention every day. They are nocturnal, sleeping most of the day, but they will adapt quickly to their human's schedule. All other colors are called mutations. Some color examples include Wilson White, Ebony, Beige, Violet, and Sapphire.