We might think of hamsters as simply domestic creatures that live in our homes.

But as photographerJulian Radshows, these creatures are absolutely adorable living among wild berries and tall grasses.

He began with insect macro photography until eventually photographing the likes of small rodents including hamsters and squirrels.

Wild Hamster Photos

As anyone who has photographed animals before knows, wild creatures can be unpredictable and hard to shoot.

Photographers must have a lot of patience and devote time to observing an animal’s behaviors.

Rads patience has led to some magical experiences.

Wild Hamster Photos

Scroll down to see hamsters in the wild and get a peek into what its like to photograph one.

Photographer Julian Rad snaps the most adorable photos of wild hamsters.

These images are the result of Rad’s patience, quietly observing the creatures.

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos

Wild Hamster Photos