Can hamster die from mites

Overall yes they can die from mites . However it is not the mites itself which kills the hamster . It is the mange . Mange is caused for, mites and if the mites are not cured the hamster will have a very high chance of dying. So you need to get to a vet as quickly as possible or buy an anti-mite spray. Clean and disinfect cage and toys every day. Make sure you use an animal friendly disinfectant and use 10 part vinegar to 90 part water and rinse thourghly so there is no scent. Don't use pine or cedar bedding as that is dangerous for many reasons such as it containing a lot of dust which can cause respiratory problems. That is the same with wood shavings and chips. However you can freeze all bedding and food to kill all bugs parasites mites and lice. Never wash a hamster, it can give it a cold and most importantly, wet tail. When spraying hamster with anti-mite spray shield it's face so it is not in contact with eyes nose or mouth. Also spray cage as well. Please consult a vet do your research read books before you ever consider getting a pet.