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Meerkats (Suricata Suricatta)

Meerkats (Suricata Suricatta)

Slender-tailed Meerkat (Suricata Suricatta)

Family: Herpestidae
Conservation Status: Least Concern
Origin: Southern Africa; Botswana, Namibia and parts of Angola, Zimbabwe and Mozambique
Habitat: Arid, open plains and deserts
Diet: Primarily invertebrates but also occasionally small reptiles, eggs, small mammals and plant matter like roots and fruits
Size (head to tail): 25-35cm
Weight: 0.6-1kg
Threats: Mainly predators (birds of prey, snakes and occasionally jackals) and other meerkat families

Meerkats are small, social mongoose, living together in large, family groups ("mobs") that work together, with designated sentries watching for any signs of threats from high points, while others forage for food.

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I heard the Meerkats laughing. I didn't know they could do that

Colin, 45

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I feed the Meerkats? Can I touch the Meerkats?
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Attraction Rules

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