Question

How many types of rodents are there in Punjab? Describe the rodent species found in various areas of Punjab.

Answer 1

In plantation 14 species of mammals, 50 birds, six reptiles, two amphibians and 27 species of insects were noted.

With the assistance of tunnel characteristics and fecal pellets, three main species of rodents viz.,

Indian mole rodent Nesokia indica, Indian gerbil Tatera indica and Field mouse Mus musculus were identified.