What is the difference between a chipmunk and a chinchilla?

Okay, okay. So, we saw CHIPMUNKS in the pet shop, and my friend was like ';they're chinchillas!'; and so I BET her that they were chipmunks 'cause they SO ARE! They are white chipmunks, they look COMPLETELY different! We even showed her pictures on google. but she's in denial. Please describe exactly the difference between a small white chipmunk and a baby white chinchilla.


Thanks.What is the difference between a chipmunk and a chinchilla?
Chipmunks are smaller, have longer tails and live in trees.


Chinchillas have bigger bodies and live on the ground.What is the difference between a chipmunk and a chinchilla?
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here are some baby chipmunks. There is a big difference between the two.


Are you sure they were chipmunks. They are wild animals and I doubt a pet shop was selling them. Also, white chipmunks would be albino. Those are rare in nature and not a common color. Check again and make sure to ask the pet store employees about it.
Chinchillas are grey %26amp; much bigger than a chipmunk.Chipmunks are brown with a couple of pale stripes


along their back %26amp; a longish furry tail. They are completely different animals %26amp; could not possibly be confused with each other. Are you sure you werent looking at gerbils or hamsters.
lol i hope u put money on it a chipmunk is wat alvin is (alvin and the chipmunks ya get it XD ) and a chinchilla is like 5 times bigger then a chipmunk too and i think they dont have tails and chipmunks do hope i helped out a lil bit
oh well a chinchilla is big like a Guinea pig and a chipmunk is small like a hamster ,plus most chinchillas are found in homes and pet stores and most chipmunks are found in the wild........... if you want more info do some research
chinchilla's are much much bigger!!





also they bite through everything!!





chipmunks are jumpy and like very small squirells!
The chinchilla runs at about 100 mph. ;)
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General


Description About 10cm with large bushy tail. Dark stripes along body. Pointed head and whiskas.





Origins North America, Canada, China.


Rarity Getting quite common now.





Housing


General Keep indoors away from draughts.


Types Wire cages with wire base and plastic base tray to allow cleaning.


Base Sawdust or wood chip.


Feeders External food and water containers. Because chipmunks are so fast avoid opening the door as much as possible.


Toys Ropes, ladders, tunnels, wooden boxes.


Location Somewhere warm and draught free.





Health


General Healthy diet means healthy animal. regularly clean the cage.


Injuries Use antisceptic oitment. If severe consult vet.


Diarrhoea Caused by too much fresh green foods. Feed on dry food for a time.





Food


General Use Chipmunk mix.


Supplements Fresh greens, small amounts twice a week, and fresh fruit.








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Scientific Name: Chinchilla lanigera


Life Span: Chinchillas typically about 15 years, but 18-22 years is not uncommon.


Size: Body length about 10-14 inches; tail is another 5-6 inches or so.





Temperament: With gentle handling from a young age most chinchillas will become quite tame and bond closely with their owners, although sometimes they do not like to be held or cuddled. They are very active and playful. Chinchillas can be kept singly, and usually will do fine as same sex pairs especially if they are littermates or introduced at a young age.


Habits: Chinchillas are largely nocturnal so will be most active at night. Sometimes they are called crepuscular, meaning their activity peaks at dawn and dusk. In any case, they should be kept in a fairly quiet area during the day. They prefer a consistent routine for handling a feeding times and may be stressed out by changes to their routine. Since they are so active and playful, chinchillas need a roomy cage for exercise as well as daily playtime. Warm temperatures are more of a concern for chinchillas than cool temperatures, so care must be taken that pet chinchllas do not become overheated.


Feeding: Chinchillas require a lot of roughage, and the diet should mainly be made up of a good quality grass hay along with pellets made for chinchillas. Treats should be given in moderation (one teaspoon per day in total) and can include fruits (eg fresh or dried apples, grapes, raisins), vegetables (carrots, celery), sunflower seeds, and rolled oats. The digestive system of chinchillas is fairly sensitive so any diet changes should be gradual.


Cages: Chinchilla cages must be large, and multi-level cages with platforms, ramps, and perches are ideal.


Dust Bath and Toys: Along with regular access to a dust bath, chinchillas need a variety of toys to keep them busy and active, especially items for chewing to keep the incisor teeth in good condition