🌿Native Nature

Dulzura Kangaroo Rat

Dipodomys simulans

Taxonomy

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

About

The Dulzura kangaroo rat, or San Diego kangaroo rat (Dipodomys simulans) is a species of rodent in the family Heteromyidae. It is found in Baja California, Mexico, and in the Colorado Desert and elsewhere in California in the United States. It is a common species and the IUCN has assessed its status as being of "least concern".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dulzura Kangaroo Rat?
The scientific name of Dulzura Kangaroo Rat is Dipodomys simulans.
What is the conservation status of Dulzura Kangaroo Rat?
The Dulzura Kangaroo Rat has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the family Heteromyidae.
What genus does Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belong to?
Dulzura Kangaroo Rat belongs to the genus Dipodomys.