Appearance
The Indian desert jird has a grey-brown coat with yellowish-grey belly. It is approximately 12–14 centimetres long and has a tail 10–15 cm long. The distinguishing characteristics include short ears, long black claws and orange incisors.
Distribution
The Indian desert jird is found in southeastern Iran and Pakistan to northwestern India. In India they can be found in Rajasthan and Gujarat.Habitat
Jirds inhabit desert and barren areas preferring firm soil. They are not to be found in pure sand dunes or rocky outcrops.References:
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