Euphrates Jerboa

Scarturus euphraticus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Dipodidae

About

The Euphrates jerboa is a rodent of the family Dipodidae and genus Scarturus. They are characteristically known as hopping rodents. They have been found in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Lebanon, and also occurs very marginally in southeastern Turkey. The Euphrates jerboa's natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, shrubland, and hot deserts.

Fun Fact

They are characteristically known as hopping rodents.

Quick Facts

Habitat

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Diet

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Lifespan

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Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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