Five-toed Pygmy Jerboa

Cardiocranius paradoxus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Rodentia · Dipodidae

About

The five-toed pygmy jerboa is a species of rodent in the family Dipodidae. It is monotypic within the genus Cardiocranius. It is found in China, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia.

Fun Fact

They use their burrows for food storage and shelter, and, in cold winters, they hibernate in burrows to conserve energy.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Habitat is temperate desert.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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