Ethiopian Genet

Genetta abyssinica

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Carnivora · Viverridae

About

The Abyssinian genet, also known as the Ethiopian genet, is a genet species native to Ethiopia, Eritrea, Somalia, Sudan, and Djibouti. It is listed as Data Deficient on the IUCN Red List. It is one of the least-known genet species.

Fun Fact

In Ethiopia, Abyssinian genets were observed up to 3,750 m (12,300 ft) in the Abune Yosef massif.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits coastal plains, Afromontane grasslands, and mountain moorlands.

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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