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They shouldn't be kept in a terrarium because terrariums don't facilitate enough air flow (so don't get one of those fancy all-plastic ones, either!!), and hamsters have sensitive respiratory systems. You should be getting a cage with wire bars and a plastic or metal bottom (plastic is much cheaper though). Make sure that the cage does NOT have wire on the bottom, as little hammy feet get stuck and injured easily on them.
As for size? Most Robo breeders will tell you that they need the most amount of space per hamster of all dwarf hamsters. Most will get along in a standard-size "hamster" cage, but I recommend getting something a little larger (longer) if you can. Try to avoid multi-level homes, as hamsters have poor long-distance vision and will tend to fall off of edges.
Robos need a lot of stimulation, so make sure you change out the toys every week or so. You can rotate the same three or four sets of toys, so that you don't have to buy a ton of stuff. And remember, they are going to chew up everything you give them, so don't give them anything that could hurt them if ingested. =) You'd be surprised how well Lego forts and toilet paper tubes can work for your little hammies.
Good luck with your new babies. =)
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