Williams' Jerboa (Scarturus williamsi) — Least Concern Mammalia

Williams' Jerboa

Scarturus williamsi

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Rodentia · Dipodidae

About

Williams's jerboa is a species of jerboas native to Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Iran and Turkey.

Fun Fact

In the west of its range it is found at altitudes of up to 360 metres (1,180 ft) but ranges as high as 3,200 metres (10,500 ft) in Afghanistan.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Anatolia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, Turkey and northwestern Iran.

Diet

Feeds on insects and plant material.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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