Common Cusimanse

Crossarchus obscurus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Herpestidae

About

The common kusimanse, also called long-nosed kusimanse and kusimanse, is a small, diurnal member of the Mungotinae.

Fun Fact

Common cusimanses forage in noisy, playful packs of up to 20 individuals, constantly chattering and flipping over leaves and stones together to find insects and small prey.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical rainforests

Diet

Omnivore

Lifespan

8-10 years

Threats

Illegal Logging
Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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