Hopping Mice

There are ten different species of Australian native Hopping Mice, the most common being the Spinifex. They are rodents, not marsupials, and their ancestors are thought to have arrived from Asia about 5 million years ago. All are brown or fawn in colour, fading to pale grey or white underneath. They have very long tails and, as the common name implies, well-developed hind legs.

Minimum loan period is 1 week, maximum loan period is 3 weeks. Each loan animal is provided with food for the loan period, tank and a "How to Keep" sheet.
We recommend our members do a full risk assessment for the loan acknowledging the individuality of each classroom environment and the students therein.
Please CALL us to arrange all loans, booking is essential, with 24 hours notice required.

Please note our hot weather policy - we will not allow animals to be transported in temperatures above 35°C. If this is forecast we will call to make alternative arrangements.