The long-eared jerboa is a nocturnal mouse-like rodent with a long tail, long hind legs for jumping, and exceptionally large ears. It has been reported from China and ten localities in desert habitats of Trans Altai Govi Desert and Alashan' Govi Desert in Mongolia. Less than half of the species' range in Mongolia occurs within protected areas. Very little is known about the species' ecology or the dominant threats to its survival. No conservation measures specifically aimed at this species have been established to date.

EDGE is supporting a Mongolian Fellow to carry out vital ecological research to determine the range, population trends, and the impact of threats on this poorly known species, in order to produce a management plan outlining the steps required to ensure long-term viability of the species.

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£1000 Could cover in-country training and field costs for a local student to research and help conserve an EDGE species.