Jerboas are not yet at the state where they could be considered good pets, remaining very wary and secretive. Although they are reported to rarely bite they are capable of delivering a very powerful kick if scared or angry.

Can you have a jerboa as a pet?

There are pygmy species of jerboa, as well as larger jerboas that have rabbit-like ears known as Euchoreutes naso. Why you can’t have one: The United States has banned the entry of African rodents into the country because of the monkeypox scare, which may be a good reason. The animals were once available here.

How high can Jerboas jump?

Jerboas leap up to 3 metres (10 feet) at a bound when alarmed or traveling swiftly, but when moving slowly they walk on their hind legs and sometimes hop by using all four limbs. The long tail props up the animal when it stands and is used for balance when it springs away.