Biology of the jerboa, Jaculus jaculus butleri (Rodentia, Dipodidae), in the Sudan |
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Authors: | D. C. D. Happold |
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Affiliation: | Department of Zoology, University of Khartoum, Sudan |
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Abstract: | A study of the jerboa, Jaculus jaculus butleri , was made in the desert near Khartoum, Sudan. The species, habitat and method of capture are described. Information is given on the population and reproduction, and a "pattern of generations" is suggested. Details are given on the behavioural attitudes and activities of the jerboa, moulting, vocal noises, ectoparasites and predators. |
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