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Your chances of seeing Slender Mongoose in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
Needs some luck. Slender Mongoose live in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, but you need a good drive or some luck to see them. opspoor shows you where they've been seen recently, so you know which roads to drive.
When to see Slender Mongoose in Rietvlei Nature Reserve
Slender Mongoose are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Slender Mongoose's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Rietvlei Nature Reserve, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
About the Slender Mongoose
The slender mongoose is a small, long-bodied mongoose widely distributed across sub-Saharan Africa. It has a slender build, relatively short legs, a pointed face and a long tail, with coat colour varying from reddish-brown to grey depending on the region. It is primarily diurnal and usually solitary, although pairs may occur. Its diet is varied and includes insects, small mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians and other small prey. It is commonly found in savanna, woodland, grassland and areas with dense cover.
How to identify the Slender Mongoose
Small, slender mongoose with a long tail, pointed muzzle and short legs. Coat colour varies from reddish-brown to grey-brown, often with a darker back and paler underside. The tail is usually darker toward the tip.
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