These mammals usually live 15 - 20 years. The average weight is 1.4kg - 4.5kg (3lbs - 10lbs). Banded Palm Civet is a mammal that inhabits tropical rainforest. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is carnivore.
Facts about banded palm civets
Name | Banded Palm Civet |
Order | Carnivora |
Predators | Lions, snakes, leopards |
Type | Mammal |
Main Prey | Rodents, snakes, frogs |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Scientific Name | Hemigalus derbyanus |
Genus | Hemigalus |
Colour | Black, white, grey, yellow, brown, tan |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Size (H) | 43cm - 71cm (17in - 28in) |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Mammalia |
Diet | Carnivore |
Distinctive Features | Elongated body and snout with sharp, pointed teeth |
Habitat | Tropical rainforest |
Family | Viverridae |
Conservation Status | Vulnerable |
Life Span | 15 - 20 years |
Weight | 1.4kg - 4.5kg (3lbs - 10lbs) |
Skin Type | Fur |