Dipodomyini
Dipodomyini is a tribe of rodents commonly known as kangaroo rats and kangaroo mice. These small desert-dwelling animals are found in arid and semi-arid regions of western and central North America. They are characterized by their long hind legs, which allow them to hop and jump with remarkable agility, hence their common names. Their long tails are also used for balance and communication.
Kangaroo rats and mice are primarily nocturnal, spending the hot daylight hours in burrows to escape the
The tribe Dipodomyini includes several genera, the most well-known being Dipodomys (kangaroo rats) and Microdipodops (kangaroo