Type: Mammal – Mongoose family (Herpestidae)
Habitat: Southern African deserts (Botswana, Namibia).
Features:
- Slim body, cute face, dark circles around the eyes.
- Stands upright on hind legs to watch for danger.
Behavior: Very social; lives in family groups.
Diet: Insects, worms, small reptiles, eggs.
Importance: A great example of cooperative social behavior in animals.