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Rusty-spotted Genet

Genetta maculata

Classification

The rusty-spotted genet (Genetta maculata), also called panther genet and large-spotted genet, is a genet that is widely distributed in sub-Saharan Africa. It is considered common and therefore listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Characteristics The rusty-spotted genet has short whitish grey to pale yellow coloured fur with dark spots and a continuous dark line across the back.

Distribution

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