Yellow Mongoose
Cynictis penicillata
Points
25
per confirmed sighting
MammalConservation status: Least ConcernRare to spot
mammals • Herpestidae
Yellow Mongoose.
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Cynictis penicillata
Category
mammals
Family
Herpestidae
Size
Body mass: approximately 836 g (EltonTraits).
Points
25 pts
A closer look
Field notes for spotting, identifying and understanding yellow mongoose in its natural range.
Overview
How to identify it
Habitat
EltonTraits foraging-stratum classification: ground-dwelling/terrestrial (including aquatic ground-associated coding).
Diet
EltonTraits diet profile: invertebrates 90%; other/unspecified vertebrates 10%.
Behaviour
When to look
EltonTraits activity classification: diurnal.
Where to see it
South Africa
Namibia
Botswana
Zimbabwe
AngolaSafety and etiquette
Observe from a safe distance and never handle or feed wildlife.
Verification and sources
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