Genet |
Unique Features
The small spotted Genet is mainly nocturnal and rests during the day in burrows or holes in tree trunks. Genets climb trees with speed and agility. Description The genet is a catlike animal with a long slender body and short legs. It has a long tail is a fast and agile little hunter. They eat insects, rodents, bats, frogs, fruit and birds. Predators They are mainly preyed upon by leopard and owls. the speed and agility often get them out of danger. When attacked, they lie on their backs with teeth and claws bared and, like civets, are able to squirt foul smelling liquid from their anal glands. Family Ties Genets are solitary but may occur in mating pairs |