Johnston's Genet (Genetta johnstoni) — Near Threatened Mammalia

Johnston's Genet

Genetta johnstoni

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Carnivora · Viverridae

About

Johnston's genet is a genet species native to the Upper Guinean forests in West Africa. It was classified as a separate species by Reginald Innes Pocock in 1908. It is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Fun Fact

The skin colorization provides a camouflage in its regular environment within the forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Upper Guinean forests along the north west coast of Africa, across the countries of Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ghana and the Ivory Coast.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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