* They are critically endangered. The IUCN Red List classifies them as "Critically Endangered" due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and predation.
* Population estimates are very limited. There haven't been large-scale, comprehensive surveys to determine their exact numbers.
* Their range is small and fragmented. This makes counting them difficult.
What we do know:
* Their numbers are declining. They are facing serious threats, and their population is believed to be small and decreasing.
* Conservation efforts are ongoing. Organizations like the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are working to protect and restore their habitat, and there are efforts to reintroduce them to areas where they once existed.
If you are interested in learning more about this species and their conservation efforts, I suggest you search for:
* Giant kangaroo rat on the IUCN Red List website.
* Giant kangaroo rat on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website.
You may also find information from conservation organizations that work in their range, such as the San Diego Zoo Global.