South american coati
A species of Typical coatis, Also known as Ring-tailed coati, Coati mondi Scientific name : Nasua nasua Genus : Typical coatis
South american coati, A species of Typical coatis
Also known as:
Ring-tailed coati, Coati mondi
Scientific name: Nasua nasua
Genus: Typical coatis
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Description
The coat color of the South American coatis varies from reddish brown to gray, the underside is lighter, almost whitish. The short, strong feet are dyed black, the tail is remarkably curled. The elongated head is characterized by the elongated muzzle, which is very mobile and serves to look for food in the ground. There are white drawings along the snout, but these are less pronounced than the white-crowned coati. The ears are short and rounded. South American coati can reach a body length of 41 to 67 centimeters, a tail length of 32 to 69 centimeters and a weight of 3.5 to 6 kilograms.
General Info
Lifespan
8-14 years
Diet
South american coati is primarily an omnivorous species, its diet versatile and broad. It tends to focus on fruits and invertebrates, but will readily consume small vertebrates, eggs, and carrion. Opportunistic feeding habits help it adapt to various environments.
Appearance
South american coati is a medium-sized mammal with a slender body and long tail. Covered in coarse, reddish-brown fur, it has distinct black markings on its face and a bushy tail with several dark rings. South american coati is characterized by its elongated snout, which is used for foraging. Both male and female south american coati have similar appearance, with no notable differences between them.
Behavior
South american coati exhibits unique social habits characterized by high mobility and gregarious nature, often forming large, mixed-age groups. Primarily diurnal, they employ a robust olfactory mechanism for foraging, specifically for food such as fruits, insects, and small rodents. Notably, south american coati displays dexterous manipulation of food using forelimbs, underscoring their adaptability in diverse habitats.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Raccoons and allies Genus
Typical coatis Species
South american coati 
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