Hairy-footed Gerbil

Gerbilliscus paeba

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The hairy-footed gerbil is a species of rodent found in Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Its natural habitats are dry savanna, temperate shrubland, hot deserts, sandy shores, and urban areas. All members of this genus have hair on the soles of their feet, hence the name. They prefer sandy soil or sandy alluvium with grass, scrub or light woodland cover.

Fun Fact

Its natural habitats are dry savanna, temperate shrubland, hot deserts, sandy shores, and urban areas.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in burrows with several entrances.

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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