Giant Kangaroo Rat

Dipodomys ingens

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Rodentia · Heteromyidae

About

The giant kangaroo rat is an endangered species of heteromyid rodent endemic to California.

Fun Fact

The giant kangaroo rat, is the largest of over 20 species of kangaroo rats, which are small members of the rodent family.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Range and can now be found only in isolated areas west of the San Joaquin Valley, including the Carrizo Plain, the Elkhorn Plain, and the Kettleman Hills.

Diet

Eat green plants and insects.

Lifespan

2–4 years

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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