Watercolor illustration of Indischer Mungo (Herpestes edwardsi)

Indischer Mungo

Herpestes edwardsi

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Distributed across Italy, Kuwait, and United Arab Emirates.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

German Indischer Mungo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indischer Mungo?
The scientific name of Indischer Mungo is Herpestes edwardsi. It belongs to the genus Herpestes.
What is the conservation status of Indischer Mungo?
Indischer Mungo (Herpestes edwardsi) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Indischer Mungo live?
Indischer Mungo is found in Distributed across Italy, Kuwait, and United Arab Emirates.. Countries include Italy, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates.
What family does Indischer Mungo belong to?
Indischer Mungo (Herpestes edwardsi) belongs to the genus Herpestes, which is part of the taxonomic family Herpestidae.
Is Indischer Mungo endangered?
No, Indischer Mungo (Herpestes edwardsi) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Indischer Mungo belong to?
Indischer Mungo (Herpestes edwardsi) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Indischer Mungo?
The closest relatives of Indischer Mungo in the genus Herpestes include Ichneumon, Langnasenichneumon, Javan Mongoose, Collared Mongoose, Crab-eating Mongoose.

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