What is another word for jerboa rat?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒɜːbˈə͡ʊə ɹˈat] (IPA) 
The jerboa rat, also known as the desert rat or jumping rat, is a small, nocturnal rodent found in desert regions of Africa and Asia. It is known for its distinctive long hind legs, which allow it to leap up to 10 times its body length in a single bound. Other synonyms for the jerboa rat include the pygmy jerboa, dwarf jerboa, four-toed jerboa, and great jerboa. While they may be called rats, jerboas are not closely related to true rats and are part of a different family of rodents. These unique creatures are an important part of desert ecosystems, and have even been featured in folklore and mythologies.
