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When to see Large spotted Genet in Pilanesberg National Park
Large spotted Genet are most active at night (19:00 to 05:00). Much of their activity falls outside gate hours, so the first drive after the gates open and the last hour before they close give you the best chance.
This is Large spotted Genet's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Pilanesberg National Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
About the Large spotted Genet
The large-spotted genet is a small, slender African carnivore recognised by its elongated body, long ringed tail and pale coat covered with dark spots. It is mainly nocturnal and occurs in woodland, savanna, grassland and areas with dense vegetation. It is an opportunistic predator that feeds on rodents, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects and other small animals, while also consuming fruit. Large-spotted genets are generally solitary and are agile climbers capable of hunting both on the ground and in trees.
How to identify the Large spotted Genet
Medium-sized, slender genet with a long body, pointed muzzle, large ears and a long ringed tail. The coat is greyish to brown with numerous dark spots arranged in rows along the body.
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