How do the kangaroo rats survive the basin desert heat?

Kangaroo rats survive the intense heat of basin deserts through several adaptations. They are nocturnal, emerging at night to avoid the daytime heat, and they have specialized kidneys that allow them to conserve water efficiently, producing very concentrated urine. Their burrows provide refuge from the heat, maintaining a cooler environment, and they can obtain moisture from the seeds they eat, minimizing their need for drinking water.