Once the pups are weaned, they will begin to explore their surroundings and to establish their own territories. They will also begin to breed, and the cycle of life will begin again.
How long do baby gerbils stay with the mother?
Gerbils are precocial rodents, which means that they are born relatively mature and develop rapidly. Baby gerbils are called pups, and they stay with their mother for about three to four weeks. During this time, the mother gerbil will nurse her pups and teach them how to find food and water. She will also help them to develop social skills and to learn how to avoid danger.