Idica

Idica, also known as the Indian Desert Gerbil, is a species of rodent in the family Muridae. It is native to the Thar Desert in India and Pakistan. Idica are small, slender rodents with long tails and large eyes. They are typically sandy brown in color, with a lighter underside.

Idica are nocturnal animals, spending the day in burrows and emerging at night to forage for food. Their diet consists primarily of seeds, grasses, and insects. They are well-adapted to the arid conditions of their habitat, with the ability to survive for long periods without water.

These rodents play an important role in their ecosystem, serving as a food source for predators such as snakes, birds of prey, and foxes. Their burrowing activities also help to aerate the soil.

While not extensively studied, idica are generally considered to be common within their range. They face threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and overgrazing. Conservation efforts are focused on protecting their desert habitat and promoting sustainable land use practices. Their scientific classification is Gerbillus glebula.