Ord's kangaroo rat

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Mammalia (mamíferos)

Order

Rodentia (Roedores)

Family

Heteromyidae

Genus

Dipodomys

Species

Dipodomys ordii (Ord's kangaroo rat)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rata-canguro común

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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

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desert kangaroo rat

Dipodomys deserti

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ord's kangaroo rat?

The scientific name of Ord's kangaroo rat is Dipodomys ordii. It belongs to the genus Dipodomys.

What is the conservation status of Ord's kangaroo rat?

Ord's kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Ord's kangaroo rat belong to?

Ord's kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) belongs to the genus Dipodomys, which is part of the taxonomic family Heteromyidae.

Is Ord's kangaroo rat endangered?

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

What kingdom does Ord's kangaroo rat belong to?

Ord's kangaroo rat (Dipodomys ordii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ord's kangaroo rat?

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