Common Dwarf Mongoose

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Scientific Name: Helogale parvula

Range: Western and southern Africa

Habitat: Savanna, grassland

Food: Insects, small reptiles, birds, rodents

Dwarf mongooses are very social and live in extended family groups of 2 to 30 animals headed by the dominant pair (normally the oldest members). All members cooperate to rear the pups and guard against predators

Nearby

Love's Pachyderm Building