Lesser Egyptian jerboa (Jaculus jaculus)

    This tiny rodent lives in the steppes of Northern Africa and of Middle-Eastern regions. It is easily recognizable thanks to its long, bird-like, posterior legs. Its legs and light weight allow the jerboa to hop easily in the sand.

    Living in the arid deserts of the world, it is surprising to learn that these mammals do not need to drink water to survive! In fact, they get all their water needs thanks to the foods they eat (desert grasses, insects, seeds).