All About Jerboa
Jerboa is a type of...
Rodent!
Are jerboa herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores?
Where are jerboa found?
North Africa & Asia
How much does a jerboa weigh?
About 1 ounce
What is zoology?
The scientific study of animals.
What are jerboas famous for?
Hopping, long tails, big ears, very cute!
Can you name an animal a jerboa eats?
Beetles, small insects that fly
Where do jerboa live?
Burrows in hot, dry deserts
What do zoologists do?
Study animals
How long can a jerboa's tail be?
Twice as long as its body (2-6 inches long)
Can you name a plant a jerboa eats?
Fresh green leaves, desert plants, roots.
Where can you safely see a jerboa?
San Diego Zoo
How fast can jerboa hop?
Jerboa can hop as fast as 24KPH
How do jerboas protect themselves from predators?
By creating underground burrows.
How many species of jerboas are there?
33 different species
True or False? Jerboas drink water.
Do jerboas live alone or in groups?
They usually live alone (solitary).
How long can a jerboa survive in the wild?
Up to 6 years!
Do jerboa hibernate?
Yes! At different times depending on temperature and food supplies.
Can you name a specie of jerboa?
Long-eared jerboa, Lesser Egyptian jerboa, Four-toed jerboa
True or False? Jerboa obtain water by eating the roots of dried plants.
True!
True or False? Jerboas can be kept as pets.
False! Jerboas are not domesticated and can be stressful for them.
True or False? Jerboa can survive in high and low temperatures.
True
True or False? Jerboa are not dangerous animals.
False! They are dangerous because they carry a disease that can make a human sick.