What is another word for jerboa kangaroo?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒɜːbˈə͡ʊə kˈaŋɡɐɹˌuː] (IPA) 
The jerboa kangaroo is a small hopping marsupial found in the desert regions of North Africa and Central Asia. This unique animal is also known by other names including the desert rat kangaroo, hopping mouse, and long-tailed hopping mouse. The species is characterized by its long hind legs, which allow it to jump up to three meters in a single leap, and its long tails that help it maintain balance during hops. The jerboa kangaroo feeds on vegetation, insects, and seeds, and it is preyed upon by various desert predators. Despite its diminutive size, the animal is an important part of the desert ecosystem, and its survival requires conservation efforts.
