desert kangaroo rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索動物)

Class

Mammalia (哺乳類)

Order

Rodentia (ネズミ目)

Family

Heteromyidae

Genus

Dipodomys

Species

Dipodomys deserti (desert kangaroo rat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rata-canguro desértica

Similar Species in Dipodomys

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agile kangaroo rat

Dipodomys agilis

Least Concern

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banner-tailed kangaroo rat

Dipodomys spectabilis

Near Threatened

Gulf Coast kangaroo rat

Dipodomys compactus

Least Concern

Merriam's kangaroo rat

Dipodomys merriami

Least Concern

Ord's kangaroo rat

Dipodomys ordii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of desert kangaroo rat?

The scientific name of desert kangaroo rat is Dipodomys deserti. It belongs to the genus Dipodomys.

What is the conservation status of desert kangaroo rat?

desert kangaroo rat (Dipodomys deserti) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does desert kangaroo rat belong to?

desert kangaroo rat (Dipodomys deserti) belongs to the genus Dipodomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Heteromyidae.

Is desert kangaroo rat endangered?

No, desert kangaroo rat (Dipodomys deserti) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does desert kangaroo rat belong to?

desert kangaroo rat (Dipodomys deserti) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of desert kangaroo rat?

The closest relatives of desert kangaroo rat in the genus Dipodomys include agile kangaroo rat, banner-tailed kangaroo rat, Gulf Coast kangaroo rat, Merriam's kangaroo rat, Ord's kangaroo rat.