🌿Native Nature

Desert Kangaroo Rat

Dipodomys deserti

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Heteromyidae ›Genus: Dipodomys

About

The desert kangaroo rat (Dipodomys deserti) is a rodent species in the family Heteromyidae that is found in desert areas of southwestern North America. It is one of the large kangaroo rats, with a total length greater than 12 inches (30 cm) and a mass greater than 3.2oz (91g).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Kangaroo Rat?
The scientific name of Desert Kangaroo Rat is Dipodomys deserti.
What kingdom does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the family Heteromyidae.
What genus does Desert Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Desert Kangaroo Rat belongs to the genus Dipodomys.