Chinchillas generally do not bite people. They are very docile, kind and affectionate. But when someone provokes or hurts it, it will have a stress response due to being frightened, and only then will it bite. At this time, the chinchilla is more like scaring people, because it basically won't bleed when it bites, it just makes people feel some pain.

The reasons why chinchillas bite people

1. Chinchillas are very timid. When chinchillas are suddenly transferred to a strange environment, they will become insecure, Stress reaction due to emotional stress. At this time, when a stranger wants to pet it, the chinchilla will bark as a warning. If the stranger still wants to touch it, it will bite.

2. Chinchillas have very poor eyesight. Sometimes they mistake the keeper’s fingers for food. When the keeper feeds them, they will unintentionally take a bite, but when they find out that they are not food Will immediately let go.

3. Chinchillas will also bite when frightened. The sudden appearance of the breeder or the sudden loud shouting will scare the chinchilla. At this time, the breeder may be bitten if he touches the chinchilla.