Mongolian Jird
Meriones unguiculatus
The adult Mongolian jird lives in dry grasslands, scrub, and semi-desert habitats of Mongolia and northern China. It digs branched burrow systems with nest chambers and food-storage areas, emerging to forage for seeds, grasses, roots, and occasional insects. When threatened, it relies on rapid dashes, sharp incisors, digging claws, and retreat into tunnels. A notable fact is that it conserves water efficiently, allowing it to thrive in arid landscapes where drinking water may be scarce.
- Type
- Burrow
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
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- Mongolian Jird