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Indian Desert Jird

Meriones hurrianae

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Rodentia ›Family: Muridae ›Genus: Meriones

About

The Indian desert jird or Indian desert gerbil (Meriones hurrianae) is a species of jird found mainly in the Thar Desert in India. Jirds are closely related to gerbils.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian Desert Jird?
The scientific name of Indian Desert Jird is Meriones hurrianae.
What is the conservation status of Indian Desert Jird?
The Indian Desert Jird has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the order Rodentia.
What family does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the family Muridae.
What genus does Indian Desert Jird belong to?
Indian Desert Jird belongs to the genus Meriones.