Servaline genet
Genetta servalina
Key identification features
A cat sized carnivore with a long slender body and a very pointy muzzle and long ears. It has a very long slender striped tail. It has dark slightly angular closely grouped markings. HB 41-50 cm. Wt 1-2 kg.
Habitat and social behaviour
It lives in rainforest or dense forest where it is often seen on the ground. It is a nocturnal and solitary animal.
Similar species
Only the large spotted genet is found in similar habitats. The Servaline genet is more slender and has more tightly grouped spots.
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