Discover the fascinating world of the Northern Pacific Jumping Mouse (*Zapus altilis*), a small yet agile rodent native to the humid grasslands and brushy meadows of the northwestern United States and southwestern Canada. With its impressive leaping abilities, nocturnal lifestyle, and crucial role in seed dispersal, this vulnerable species faces challenges from habitat loss, prompting conservation efforts to preserve its unique ecosystem. Learn more about its intriguing behaviors, diet, and physical characteristics in our latest blog post.