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Mammals
Aardvark
Orycteropus afer
- Diet
- Insectivore
- Lifespan
- 18-23 years
- Weight
- 40-65 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Aardvark (Orycteropus afer) is a insectivore species found in Sub-Saharan Africa. It typically lives 18-23 years, weighing around 40-65 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the aardvark: An aardvark can dig a meter-long tunnel in just 15 minutes.
Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young and are found on every continent except Antarctica. From tiny rodents to massive whales, this group includes some of the most intelligent and adaptable animals on Earth.