Yellow mongoose
A species of Yellow mongoose, Also known as Yellow meerkat Scientific name : Cynictis penicillata Genus : Yellow mongoose
Yellow mongoose, A species of Yellow mongoose
Also known as:
Yellow meerkat
Scientific name: Cynictis penicillata
Genus: Yellow mongoose
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Description
The fox mongoose (Cynictis penicillata) is a mammal from the mongoose family (Herpestidae) and is named after its fox-like appearance. It is one of the more common mammals in Africa and often lives with meerkats.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Yellow mongoose primarily feeds on a diet rich in insects, particularly beetles and termites. It also consumes small vertebrates, bird eggs, and even fruits during the dry season, displaying a diverse dietary pattern.
Appearance
Yellow mongoose is a medium-sized mammal with a slender body and soft, bushy fur. Its dominant coloration is ginger, tapering to paler shades at the underside. Distinct black patches mark its snout and around the eyes. A Bushy, voluminous tail is one of its notable characteristics. No significant differences exist in the appearances among genders, ages, or subspecies.
Behavior
Yellow mongoose is predominantly diurnal, foraging for food which includes fruits, insects, and small invertebrates. Its territory is marked via scent glands and defended assertively. Notably, yellow mongoose employs its bushy tail for communication, especially during aggressive encounters. This solitary species has adapted well to its arid habitats, surviving via burrowing behavior for temperature regulation and to escape predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Mongooses Genus
Yellow mongoose Species
Yellow mongoose 
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