Order Carnivora
Family Eupleridae
Genus Galidia
Scientific Name
Galidia elegans
Thumbnail Description
It is the largest member of the subfamily Galidiinae.
They are very agile and good climbers.
It comes out during the daylight hours. The mongoose spends the bulk of its time on the ground, but it is also capable to climb trees and vines and even sometimes swim.
Size & Weight
Adults:
HEAD-BODY-LENGTH: 32 to 38 cm (12.5 to 15 in)
WEIGHT: 700 to 900 g (24 to 32 oz)
TAIL: 11 – 13 inches
Newborns:
WEIGHT: 50 grams
Habitat
Rainforests, moist forests, dry forests; altitude 2,000 meters
Range
Madagascar
Diet
Small mammals, invertebrates, fish, reptiles, eggs, fruits, insects
Reproduction
Unknown
Mating Period
April – November
Gestation Period
90 days
Weaning Period
90 days
Sexual Maturity
12 months
Population
Unknown
Lifespan
24 years (captivity)
Speed
Unknown
Baby Name
Unknown
Home Range
Unknown
Group Name
Unknown
Predators
Domestic dogs, cats
Sounds
Unknown
Group Size
Unknown
Behavior
Unknown
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
