What is another word for Ord Kangaroo Rat?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːd kˈaŋɡɐɹˌuː ɹˈat] (IPA) 
The Ord kangaroo rat is a species of rodent that is native to North America. It is also known by a number of other names, including the Ord's pocket mouse, the Ord's kangaroo mouse, and the greater short-tailed kangaroo rat. Like other kangaroo rats, this species is characterized by its powerful hind legs, which it uses to jump and hop across the desert floor. It is also known for its keen sense of hearing, which allows it to detect predators from a distance. While this species is not endangered, it does face threats from habitat loss and predation by domestic cats and other introduced predators.
