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Mammals
Mongoose
Herpestes javanicus
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- 6-10 years
- Weight
- 0.5-4 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Mongoose (Herpestes javanicus) is a carnivore species found in Africa and Asia. It typically lives 6-10 years, weighing around 0.5-4 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the mongoose: Mongooses are famous for being able to kill venomous cobras.
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.