This way they keep the heat out and the moisture in, maintaining a suitable microclimat within their burrow. Most jerboa species become dormant during the winter. Dipodids feed on seeds, the succulent parts of plants and insects. They do not require free water in nature and sometimes don't drink water in captivity either when available. When handled or disturbed these animals sometimes make grunting noises or shrill shrieks, but they are usually silent.
Some species thump with their hind feet.
These animals generally live solitaire, except for females with their young. Females can give birth to several litters per year. Read more about the Jaculus genus here . Read more about Notomys alexis here . If you wish to use any pictures etc.