Miombo Genet

Genetta angolensis

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Viverridae

About

The Angolan genet or miombo genet is a genet species endemic to Southern Africa. It is considered common in this region and therefore listed as Least Concern in the IUCN Red List. Little is known about its ecology.

Fun Fact

Its crest on the back is up to 6 cm (2.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in a variety of environments in its range, including both the local miombo woodlands and plains.

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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