Common Rat-like Hamster

The common rat-like hamster is a comparatively large hamster with a long tail, prominent ears and grey-brown upperparts. Its rat-like proportions distinguish it from the more compact, short-tailed hamsters. The species occurs widely in northern and eastern China and extends into Korea and southeastern Russia. (Wikipedia, general species account)

It inhabits dry grassland, farmland, field margins and scrub, where it digs burrows containing nests and food stores. Its diet includes seeds, grain and green shoots together with insects and other animal material. Food is transported in cheek pouches. (Wikipedia, general species account)