Distribution: Northern Africa to the Indus River.
Habitat: Deserts, Savannahs and dry woodlands. Usually in rocky areas with partial vegetation.
Diet: Omnivorous. Most of the diet is made up of plant materials, In Egypt, Cairo spiny mice eat mostly dates.
Lifespan: 4-7 years
Threats: No major threats to this species
IUCN status: Least Concern
Did you know?
Spiny mice get their name from the spine like hairs found on their backs.