The Family Dipodidae includes jerboas, jumping mice, and birch mice, small rodents adapted for leaping and hopping. They are characterized by long hind limbs, short forelimbs, and elongated tails, which help with balance and swift movement across open habitats. Most dipodids are nocturnal and burrowing, feeding on seeds, plants, and insects, and they exhibit remarkable energy efficiency in arid or semi-arid environments. Found across Eurasia and northern Africa, dipodids play important roles in seed dispersal and serve as prey for a variety of predators, making them integral components of their ecosystems.