Large-spotted genet

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Large-spotted genet

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

The Blotched genet, cape large-spotted genet, large-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 large-spotted genet

Genetta tigrina The large spotted genet is found in woodlands and moist savannas throughout (Full text)

The Large-Spotted Genet is distributed in South Africa from the southern and eastern coast, KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Northern Province and extending into neighbouring countries. (Full text)

The Large Spotted Genet (Genetta tigrina) is a cat-like, nocturnal member of the same Viverridae family as mongooses and thus quite a close cousin to Gus. (Full text)

The large spotted genet is distinguished from its cousin, the small spotted genet by the dark tip at the end of its tail. (Full text)

Physical Appearance The large spotted genet is siimilar to the common genet in appearance. (Full text)

Social Behavior Large spotted genets are solitary and nocturnal. (Full text)

Genetta tigrina is found in a broader variety of habitats than other genets. (Full text)

Genetta tigrina (Blotched Genet): Narrative Genetta tigrina is found in a broader variety of habitats than other genets. (Full text)

Ethiopian: Genetta tigrina is found in Africa south of approximately 12 degrees North lattitude. (Full text)