Owston’s Palm Civet

Mammals > Viverridae & Civets

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Owston’s Palm CivetScientific Name: Chrotogale owstoniCategory: MammalsSubcategory: Viverridae & CivetsSize: Head-and-body length: 22–26 in (56–66 cm); Tail length: 14–19 in (35–48 cm)Weight: 4.4–7.7 lb (2.0–3.5 kg)Lifespan: 10–15...

African Civet

Mammals > Carnivorans

OverviewThe African Civet (Civettictis civetta) is the largest member of the family Viverridae native to the African continent and the sole surviving species in its genus. Standing with arched hindquarters, a low head, and an impressive, raccoon-like black facial...