Degus as Pets

The Degu (pronounced "Day-goo") is a fairly large rodent (10-12 inches including the tail) native to Chile. They are pretty new in the pet trade but they are quite good pets. They are very social, which means they should ideally live another degu, but their social nature makes them fairly easy to tame and handle too. Unlike some other rodents, they are not nocturnal, which makes them a bit easier to live with. With their friendly nature I imagine they will continue to increase in popularity as pets.
Also See: Choosing a Rodent Pet