Spotted Genet

Genetta tigrina

Phantom of the Moonlit Wild

The Spotted Genet, a sleek and elusive marvel of the African wilderness, moves with ghostly grace through the moonlit landscapes it calls home. With its dappled coat of spots and stripes, this agile predator embodies the enigmatic beauty of the continent’s nocturnal realms.

Solitary and cunning, the Spotted Genet is a master of stealth, leaping nimbly through trees and undergrowth in pursuit of prey. Its cat-like agility and sharp senses make it a symbol of precision and adaptability, thriving in a variety of habitats from dense forests to savannahs.

Though small and secretive, the Spotted Genet plays a significant role in maintaining the ecological balance, controlling insect and rodent populations with its hunting prowess. A living shadow of the night, the Spotted Genet is a reminder of the hidden wonders that pulse through Africa’s untamed heart.

Spotted Genet

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Spotted Genet

Genetta tigrina

Phantom of the Moonlit Wild

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Price

$350.00

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Scientific name

Genetta tigrina

Mass

Adult Male: ~1.5–3 kg (3.3–6.6 lb) Adult Female: ~1–2.5 kg (2.2–5.5 lb)

About the species

Phantom of the Moonlit Wild

The Spotted Genet, a sleek and elusive marvel of the African wilderness, moves with ghostly grace through the moonlit landscapes it calls home. With its dappled coat of spots and stripes, this agile predator embodies the enigmatic beauty of the continent’s nocturnal realms.

Solitary and cunning, the Spotted Genet is a master of stealth, leaping nimbly through trees and undergrowth in pursuit of prey. Its cat-like agility and sharp senses make it a symbol of precision and adaptability, thriving in a variety of habitats from dense forests to savannahs.

Though small and secretive, the Spotted Genet plays a significant role in maintaining the ecological balance, controlling insect and rodent populations with its hunting prowess. A living shadow of the night, the Spotted Genet is a reminder of the hidden wonders that pulse through Africa’s untamed heart.

Fun fact

Their coat is spotted with black rosettes on a pale yellow or grey background, providing camouflage in forests and savannas.

Map & spoor

Range & tracks

Where this species occurs, and the spoor your tracker will be reading.

Distribution map

Spoor

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