Indian Desert Jird (Meriones hurrianae) — Least Concern Mammalia

Indian Desert Jird

Meriones hurrianae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Muridae

About

The Indian desert jird or Indian desert gerbil is a species of jird found mainly in the Thar Desert in India. Jirds are closely related to gerbils.

Fun Fact

The Indian desert jird has a grey-brown coat with yellowish-grey belly.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed on seeds, roots, nuts, grasses and insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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