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Dipodomys heermanni (Heermann's Kangaroo Rat) is a species of rodents in the family Heteromyidae. They are native to The Nearctic. They are solitary, nocturnal omnivores. Individuals are known to live for 28.8 months and can grow to 111.25 mm. They rely on saltation to move around.

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  • URI: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/NBO_0000370
  • Definition: (Bipedal jumping.) Behavior related to the upward thrust produced by the rapid, simultaneous extension of the hind legs with the intend to rise in the air
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Known occurrences, collected specimens and observations of Heermann's kangaroo rat. View this species on GBIF