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A fringe-tailed gerbil
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Fringe-tailed Gerbil

Gerbilliscus robustus

A nocturnal gerbil with long hind limbs and a tail tipped with a distinctive dark tuft.

Randilen species list Tanzania39 / 47

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The landscape reveals itself slowly.

A nocturnal gerbil with long hind limbs and a tail tipped with a distinctive dark tuft. This profile is part of a field guide to the mammals included in the supplied Randilen wildlife list. A species appearing here does not guarantee a sighting on any particular visit.

The proposed Slow Safari is built around patient observation and respect for the landscape. Any future activities and wildlife interpretation remain subject to project planning and local permissions.

A fringe-tailed gerbil
Illustrative photo · CC0 · not a verified Randilen sighting.Photo: Unknown author · CC0