African pygmy mouse

Pygmy mice are often kept as pets, but require social interaction, so should always be kept as pairs or small colonies. They have quite simple care needs, and are active during both day and night, but cannot be handled due to the risk of inadvertently causing internal damage due to their small size and tendency to jump when startled. Despite their size, they can jump up to . Domestically, they are often kept in a covered aquarium so that they do not escape. == References ==