👉 Paraconops is a genus of small, nocturnal rodents in the family Cricetidae that are found primarily in Africa and Asia. They are known for their distinctive black and white stripes on their bodies, which they use to signal their presence. The paraconopses have a short lifespan, with males typically reaching sexual maturity before the age of 2 years, while females mature later at around 4-6 years.
