Dipus

/ˈdɪpəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of jumping rodents found in Asia, commonly known as jerboa, characterized by long hind legs and a kangaroo-like hopping motion.

Etymology

From Greek 'di-' (two) and 'pous' (foot), literally meaning 'two-footed,' though the name refers to the prominent hind legs used for jumping.

Kelly Says

Dipus jerboas can jump up to 20 times their body length—if humans had the same jumping ability, you could leap across a football field in one bound!

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