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Mongoose

Mongooses are a family of land mammals consisting of 33 species. They are native to Africa, Asia and southern Europe and they have been introduced to certain islands in both Hawaii and the Caribbean.

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Are mongooses friendly?

Generally, mongooses are not friendly. They are not able to be kept as pets anywhere except in Hawaii and Mexico, although a few exceptions to this exist.

Are mongooses related to normal Canadian gooses?

No, the mongoose is a mammal that some people use to ward off cobras. The Canadian goose is a bird that migrates with others of its kind in a "V" formation.

What is a mongoose?

It is an animal that is mainly found in India some people keep them as pets as they kill snakes and other reptiles. mongoose is mainly a wild animal. it is also a bike's brand name.

Do mongooses eat cobras?

yes they do, mongoose is well know for snake-fighting ability, and are often used to control snakes and rats where humans live. for the contrary belief mongoose are NOT IMMUNE. they are just fast creature, because of their speed, agility, and timing, and also because of their thick coat. They can move more quickly than a cobra can strike, and their thick coat protects them from occasional bites.

Mongoose or mongeese?

Mongooses. They bear no relationship to the bird, goose, and have different language origins.

How do Egyptian mongooses adapt to the savanna?

The Egyptian mongoose adapted to the Savanna by having claws that let them dig bugs out of the ground to feed on. Their teeth have adapted to ripping through the meat of the animals they catch for food.

What is a group of mongoose called?

A group of mongooses/mongeese is called a troop.

What is unusual feeding habit does a mongoose have?

They usually feed on crabs, insects, chickens and rodents. But once in a while, if it appeals to them, they will eat the odd cobra here or there.