Is a Degu a Rat

Common deguOrder:RodentiaFamily:OctodontidaeGenus:OctodonSpecies:O. degus

What family is degus?

All four degu species belong to the family Octodontidae, a member of the suborder Hystricognatha within the order Rodentia.

What are degus related to?

Degus come from the same family as the guinea pig and chinchilla. Though recent studies show that they may actually be closer in relation to rabbits. Originating from Chile, you can find degus anywhere from coastal plains to the Andes mountains.