Chinchillas in the wild
Chinchillas in the wild are extremely endangered. Over 21 million were slaughtered for their fur and the population has never recovered.
wildchinchillas.org - A 'must visit' site. See the natural habitat of the wild chinchilla and learn how a few dedicated individuals are trying to save these special creatures.
CITES - CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is an international agreement between Governments. Its aim is to ensure that international trade in specimens of wild animals and plants does not threaten their survival.
CITES database - The current CITES information on the Chinchilla Lanigera
Health and well being
Supplies
Online shops and suppliers of chinny products.
summerhill pet supplies - Loads of lovely treats and essentials for your chinchilla including our toys and vegetable and herb mixes which all help the residents here at chinchillas4life. (unfortunately closed at the moment)
john hopewell - Great chinchilla cages and accessories
Forums
Take a look through the archives or ask for great help and advice.
chins 'r' us - Friendly and informative advice on all things chinchilla!
chinchat - Chinchilla Chat Line - a non-profit organisation based in the
United Kingdom, which promotes and expands the knowledge of the chinchilla to
create a more responsible, caring and euphoric life for the chins (our main
objective). We give observational advice to all who request it. We advise on
the fundamental welfare of the chinchilla - including diet,
exercise and housing.