I have one that has been with me for about 10 years and apparently they can live to be over 30. Very easy to care for, they like to dig if given the chance and are very docile, only issue is that they can kick off and shed itchy hairs when annoyed, so never rub your eyes when doing maintenance on the cage or holding it. They do fine at temps between 70 and 85 and can live off a few crickets a week.