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Greater Egyptian Jerboa (Jaculus orientalis)

Greater Egyptian Jerboa

Jaculus orientalis

About the Greater Egyptian Jerboa

The greater Egyptian jerboa (Jaculus orientalis) is a species of rodent in the family Dipodidae. It is found in Algeria, Egypt, Israel (?), Libya, Morocco, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, sandy shores, and arable land.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Greater Egyptian Jerboa?

The scientific name of the Greater Egyptian Jerboa is Jaculus orientalis.

How many Greater Egyptian Jerboa sightings have been recorded?

22 observations of the Greater Egyptian Jerboa have been recorded on iNaturalist.

22 observations on iNaturalist
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