| Latin Name |
Herpestes fuscus |
| Conservation Status |
Vulnerable |
| Location
| South Asia |
| Colour |
Brown |
| Length |
50 cms (19.7 inches) |
| Tail |
30 cms (12 inches) |
| Weight |
2.7 Kgs (6 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
- |
Main Characteristics
Indian Brown Mongoose have a body length of approximately 50 cms (19.7 inches), a tail length of approximately 30 cms (12 inches) and they weigh around 2.7 kgs (6 lbs). They are grizzled brown in colour.
Habitat
Indian Brown Mongoose can be found in the forested areas of western and southern India and Sri Lanka.
Subspecies
Subspecies of the Indian Brown Mongoose include:
Herpestes fuscus flavidens
Herpestes fuscus fuscus
Herpestes fuscus maccarthiae
Herpestes fuscus rubidior
Herpestes fuscus siccatus
Interesting Facts
Little is known about the behaviour of the Indian Brown Mongoose, but it is thought to be similar to that of the indian grey mongoose. |
