Buxton's Jird
Meriones sacramenti
Conservation Status
VulnerableMammalia · Rodentia · Muridae
About
Buxton's jird is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is found in the Negev desert and the northern coastal parts of the Sinai Peninsula.
Fun Fact
Jirds are not thought to hibernate, although some species are known enter torpor, while others remain underground throughout the winter and live entirely off stored food.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the northern Negev desert and on the coastal plain south of the Yarkon River.
Diet
Diet of Buxton's jird is similar to most other species in the genus, consisting mainly of a variety of green vegetation, roots, bulbs, seeds, cereals, fruits and insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change
External Data Sources
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