Small-spotted genet pictures and facts

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Original source: Français : œuvre personnelle. English: own work. Author Guérin Nicolas (messages)
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Small-spotted genet

Order : Carnivora
Family : Viverridae
Subfamily : Viverrinae
Species : Genetta genetta

Keywords: nocturnal , black , tail , retractable claw , red , white

The Common genet, small-spotted genet is listed as Least Concern (LR/lc), lowest risk. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category, on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species

Facts about the small-spotted genet

The small spotted genet is native to north Africa excluding the Sahara, central-eastern Africa, and south-western Africa, but has spread to Europe, where like ferrets, they were kept since the middle ages as pets to catch rodents. (Full text)

Mammals Information: The Small-Spotted-Genet is slightly smaller than the Large-Spotted Genet, and the markings are more distinct black and white and without a rusty tinge. (Full text)

Small-Spotted Genet Mammals Information: The Small-Spotted-Genet is slightly smaller than the Large-Spotted Genet, and the markings are more distinct black and white and without a rusty tinge. (Full text)

When frightened or excited, small spotted genets are able to erect a mane of hair along their neck and back. (Full text)

Small spotted genets are found from North Africa (except the Sahara), central-eastern Africa, and southwestern Africa. (Full text)