Northern Three-toed Jerboa

Dipus sagitta

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Dipodidae

About

The northern three-toed jerboa is a species of rodent in the family Dipodidae. It is the only extant species within the genus Dipus. It ranges across Iran, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Russia, China and Mongolia. A common species, the International Union for Conservation of Nature rates it as being of "least concern".

Fun Fact

Northern three-toed jerboas can leap up to 3 metres (10 ft) in a single bound — roughly 15 times their body length — using their long hind legs and tail for balance.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Steppes and semi-deserts

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

3-5 years

Threats

Overgrazing
Agricultural Conversion

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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