The Common Genet
Genetta Genetta
Classification
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Viverridae
Genus: Genetta
Species: Genetta
Kimberly
Grade 6 Animal Trading Cards
2005
Physical Description
Genets are long and lean animals. Their tails are about
the same size as their bodies. Their claws are semi-rectangular.
They appear cat-like, except for their longer faces. Their fur
usually has a dark spotted marbling pattern over a cream to
buff colored back rounds. Their fur is really soft. They are
really flexible and can enter very small, tight places.
Habitat
The Common Genet lives in the Mediterranean region.
The genet prefers dryer areas with forests because they are
really good climbers.
Location and region
The Common Genet is native to Northern Africa and
has spread into Europe.
Diet
The Common Genet is a carnivore. It likes to eat small animals
such as rats/mice, insects, small reptiles and birds.
Structural/behavioral Adaptations
Genets are nocturnal. They only rarely appear during the day.
They are stealth hunters. Their claws pin down prey and able to
climb.
Bibliography
“The Common Genet”.Online.Internet (3/2/05)
http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/
Picture: “The Common Genet” .Online. Internet (3/2/05)
http://images.google.com/images?q=the+common+genet&hl=en