bushy-tailed jird

The bushy-tailed jird (Sekeetamys calurus) is a species of rodent belonging to the gerbil subfamily Gerbillinae. This rodent is characterized by its notably bushy tail, which is tipped with white. Jirds, in general, are a type of gerbil found in North African and Asian arid habitats. They are adapted to harsh environments like deserts and dry steppes. While most gerbils are nocturnal, some species may be active during the day or at dawn and dusk. Their diet primarily consists of seeds, roots, nuts, green plant parts, and insects. The bushy-tailed jird specifically inhabits northeastern Africa and adjacent Asia.12