Dipodidae (Noun)
Meaning
Old World jerboas.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Dipodidae family, commonly known as jerboas, are unique small rodents that can jump long distances.
- The jerboas of the Dipodidae family primarily inhabit the deserts and dry regions of the Old World.
- A few members of the Dipodidae family, including the jerboa, possess highly developed hind limbs.
- Members of the Dipodidae family usually give birth to one or more litters per year.
- Jerboas from the Dipodidae family mostly consume seeds, plants, and sometimes small insects for survival.