SnuggleHam
01-20-2007, 06:13 AM
EDGE (Evolutionarily Distinct & Globally Endangered) is campaigning to save this little guy; the long-eared Jerboa.
Here is the link to their website...
http://www.edgeofexistence.org/conservation/long_eared_jerboa.asp
Jerboas are small jumping rodents that resemble mice with long tufted tails and very long hindlegs. The long-eared jerboa can be distinguished from other jerboas by its enormous ears, which are about a third larger than its head. Very little is known about this species. Other jerboas are primarily nocturnal, spending the hours of daylight in underground burrows, which they dig themselves. The species is thought to be declining as a result of human disturbance of its habitat.
EDGE aims to determine the status of the long-eared jerboa in Mongolia and produce recommendations to inform future management of the species
The long-eared jerboa is a nocturnal mouse-like rodent with
a long tail, long hind legs for jumping, and exceptionally large ears. It has been reported from China and ten localities in desert habitats of Trans Altai Govi Desert and Alashan' Govi Desert in Mongolia. Approximately 44% of the species' range in Mongolia occurs within protected areas. Very little is known about the species' ecology or the dominant threats to its survival. No conservation measures specifically aimed at this species have been established to date.
EDGE aims to support urgently need ecological research and to determine the range, population trends, and the impact of threats on this poorly known species, in order to produce a management plan outlining the steps required to ensure long-term viability of the species. This important study will be conducted by a Mongolian Masters student.
http://www.edgeofexistence.org/species/img_summary/euchoreutes_naso_large.jpg
They are soo cute! I wish we could find these critters in pet stores! lol :D Its sad that they are endangered :( If you can help out do so. If you cant donate to their cause at least spread the word while you can and share the website link with friends.
here is a wikipedia link about them encase anyone wanted to read more http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerboa
Here is the link to their website...
http://www.edgeofexistence.org/conservation/long_eared_jerboa.asp
Jerboas are small jumping rodents that resemble mice with long tufted tails and very long hindlegs. The long-eared jerboa can be distinguished from other jerboas by its enormous ears, which are about a third larger than its head. Very little is known about this species. Other jerboas are primarily nocturnal, spending the hours of daylight in underground burrows, which they dig themselves. The species is thought to be declining as a result of human disturbance of its habitat.
EDGE aims to determine the status of the long-eared jerboa in Mongolia and produce recommendations to inform future management of the species
The long-eared jerboa is a nocturnal mouse-like rodent with
a long tail, long hind legs for jumping, and exceptionally large ears. It has been reported from China and ten localities in desert habitats of Trans Altai Govi Desert and Alashan' Govi Desert in Mongolia. Approximately 44% of the species' range in Mongolia occurs within protected areas. Very little is known about the species' ecology or the dominant threats to its survival. No conservation measures specifically aimed at this species have been established to date.
EDGE aims to support urgently need ecological research and to determine the range, population trends, and the impact of threats on this poorly known species, in order to produce a management plan outlining the steps required to ensure long-term viability of the species. This important study will be conducted by a Mongolian Masters student.
http://www.edgeofexistence.org/species/img_summary/euchoreutes_naso_large.jpg
They are soo cute! I wish we could find these critters in pet stores! lol :D Its sad that they are endangered :( If you can help out do so. If you cant donate to their cause at least spread the word while you can and share the website link with friends.
here is a wikipedia link about them encase anyone wanted to read more http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerboa