Latin Name |
Galerella pulverulenta |
Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
Location
| Africa |
Colour |
Grey |
Length |
34 cms (13 inches) |
Tail |
30 cms (12 inches) |
Weight |
0.7 - 0.9 Kgs (1.5 - 2 lbs) |
Life Expectancy |
Up to 8 Yrs |
Main Characteristics
Cape Grey Mongoose have a body length of approximately 34 cms (13 inches), a tail length of approximately 30 cms (12 inches) and they weigh between 0.7 and 0.9 kgs (1.5 - 2 lbs). They are grizzled grey in colour.
Habitat
Cape Grey Mongoose can be found in southern Africa. They are solitary and active during the day.
Diet
Cape Grey Mongoose feed on insects, small rodents, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fruit and carrion.
Breeding
After a gestation period of approximately 50 days, Cape Grey Mongoose give birth to a litter of 2 - 3 young. They become independent at around 4 months old.
Predators
Predators of Cape Grey Mongoose include birds of prey and snakes.
Subspecies
Subspecies of the Cape Grey Mongoose include:
Galerella pulverulenta basutius
Galerella pulverulenta pulverulenta
Galerella pulverulenta ruddi
Interesting Facts
Cape Grey Mongoose are also known as:
Cape Gray Mongoose
Small Grey Mongoose
Small Gray Mongoose
Similar Animals
Angolan Slender Mongoose
Somalian Slender Mongoose
Slender Mongoose
Dwarf Mongoose
Ethiopian Dwarf Mongoose
Gambian Mongoose
Ruddy Mongoose
Yellow Mongoose
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