Some males can be aggressive and nippy. Every gerbil has its own personality, and because much of your gerbil's temperament depends on how it was raised by you. Rather than thinking about the sex of the gerbil, focus on its behavior.Also, will male gerbils fight?
Get only male gerbils because they are less likely to fight. You should be able to house between 2 and 4 males together with few problems. This is because male gerbils tend to get along fairly well.
Secondly, are male or female gerbils more friendly? Some owners suggest that pairs of males may get on a little better than pairs of females. Some, but not all, owners have said that males are more docile and friendly towards each other than females are. Unlike some other rodents, male gerbils' genitals aren't very obtrusive, so males and females look very alike.
Also, are gerbils aggressive?
Gerbils are very territorial and you'll want to be careful introducing a new gerbil to your home or an already existing gerbil community. Gerbils rarely bite and only may exhibit this kind of aggression if they are scared. Unlike other rodents such as rats, mice, or hamsters, gerbils don't produce the same bad odors.
Can you put two male gerbils together?
Pair of Gerbils Together Because of the social nature of gerbils, the ASPCA recommends housing a minimum of two of them together. Also remember that three or four male gerbils typically can live together very serenely, although that doesn't always apply to females.
Will gerbils kill each other?
Luckily, it's a pretty rare event for gerbils to fight each other in a home environment but when it does happen, it's usually because of a dominance issue. The problem is that when gerbils get aggressive towards each other, they don't take any prisoners and the victor will kill their opponent.Can I introduce a new gerbil to my old one?
Unlike hamsters, gerbils are best kept in pairs or larger groups. The introduction of new gerbils that are older than 10 weeks old can be difficult. Typically, trying to introduce a new gerbil to an already established group is discouraged as the group may gang up on and kill what it views as an intruder.Do gerbils like to be held?
Gerbils are an excellent choice of pet and enjoy being held. They love to be held, stroked, and played with, in fact, they adore attention all around. However, how you pick them up and hold them is important to build trust between gerbil and owner.Do gerbils stink?
Gerbils don't smell bad at all for a couple of reasons. Firstly, they are small mammals known as 'Desert Rats' who are used to dry conditions which means that they don't drink much water, therefore, produce very little urine. Gerbils have small, hard faeces which have little smell to them.Can a gerbil live in a 10 gallon tank?
Keep one or two gerbils in a 10-gallon aquarium, three in a 15-gallon aquarium, four or five in a 20-gallon aquarium and six in a 30-gallon aquarium. Sturdy toys designed specifically for hamsters and gerbils are best. They will enjoy an exercise wheel with slats close enough together that their feet don't get caught.Do female gerbils have periods?
Breeding onset is between 65-85 days of age in females (although first estrus may occur at 35 days) and 70-85 days in males. Gerbils are polyestrous and breed year round; ovulation is spontaneous. The duration of the estrous cycle is 4-6 days.Do gerbils sleep together?
Gerbils can sleep together in many configurations. They can sleep in a large pile, each of the gerbils on top of the others. If there are only two, one or other may sleep on top of the other. In a large group, a pair may sleep together, with the group around them.Do gerbils do better in pairs?
Gerbils need: To live with other gerbils, they should never be kept alone. They are happiest in same-sex pairs or small groups. Housing gerbils together (PDF 93.3 KB).Do gerbils squeak when happy?
Gerbils squeak and thump their feet to frighten other gerbils or predators. They make 'yipping' sounds when excited. Gerbils also purr to show contentment, chirp to get your attention, and make clicking breathing noises when they're sick.Can gerbils be left alone for a week?
With preparation, gerbils can be left alone for up to a week. Leave at least one tablespoon of food per gerbil per day.Do gerbils recognize their owners?
Your gerbil doesn't recognize you that way. And no studies have looked at whether, or how, gerbils recognize their owners. But anecdotal evidence provided by owners suggests that they can. Owners state that their gerbils are affectionate and trusting with them in a way they aren't with strangers.Do gerbils need baths?
If it's dirty or oily, your gerbil might need a bath. But gerbils have a unique way of bathing, which doesn't involve water at all. Gerbils have sand baths, also called “dust baths.” These are containers filled with sand that your gerbil can roll around in.Can gerbils learn their names?
Your pet gerbil can learn its name, and it can learn that when you approach the cage, you probably will take it out to play. “Well-socialized gerbils will often readily climb up your hands and try to run up your arms once they know it means playtime,” Childress said. Your pet gerbil can learn some neat tricks too.Why is my gerbil biting me?
Biting is usually a sign that your gerbil is scared. Shouting or flinching can make the gerbil more scared and more likely to bite again. Gerbils are good readers of emotion. They can sense if you are afraid or scared, which can make them agitated.Do gerbils need a wheel?
Yes, gerbils need a wheel so that they can fulfill their daily exercise requirements. However, a normal hamster wheel is very dangerous for gerbils - one with bare rungs can ensnare their tails and cause them a lot of pain!Do gerbils like to cuddle?
Do Gerbils Like To Cuddle? Gerbils are social animals that need to be kept in pairs or groups. Gerbils that are kept in pairs or small groups are usually quite affectionate with each other. They will groom one another, cuddle together when sleeping, and play together, chasing each other around, wrestling and boxing.Do gerbils poop a lot?
Gerbils will poop when they feel like it, but it took about a month to get mine to stop peeing on me. Actually, once we put a wire cage topper on their tank and they had more space to dig, they mellowed out a lot. You can also sprinkle their food around their tank and mix it up with their bedding. 
