Golden hamster Golden hamster The golden hamster or Syrian hamster ("Mesocricetus auratus") is a rodent in the subfamily Cricetinae, the hamsters. Their natural geographical range is limited to arid areas of northern Syria and southern Turkey. Their numbers have been declining due to a loss of habitat caused by agriculture and deliberate elimination by humans. Thus, in the wild, they are now considered vulnerable by the IUCN. However, captive-breeding programs are well established, and captive-bred golden hamsters are often kept as small house pets. Additionally, they are also used as scientific research animals throughout the world. The size of adult animals ranges
C/S Origin C/S Origin C/S Origin was an entertainment channel that was owned by Solar Entertainment Corporation. The flagship channel of C/S 9 (on free TV owned by RPN). It shows mostly American crime and suspense dramas, science-fiction, mysteries, reality and investigation. The initial broadcast was launched on September 14, 2008. This newest channel is available on Global Destiny Cable and SkyCable. Solar Entertainment had decided "handover" all programs shown on C/S Origin back to its terrestrial channel, C/S 9, on July 15, 2009. C/S Origin, which was available on Global Destiny Cable and SkyCable, has now been replaced by Sci Fi