Ring-tailed Vontsira

Galidia elegans

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Eupleridae

About

The ring-tailed vontsira, locally still known as the ring-tailed mongoose, is a euplerid in the subfamily Galidiinae, a carnivoran native to Madagascar. It is the only species in the genus Galidia.

Fun Fact

The ring-tailed vontsira is relatively small but is the largest member of the subfamily Galidiinae.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to Madagascar.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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