15 {important} facts about Meerkats.
15 {important} facts about Meerkats- Meerkats live in the deserts and grasslands of the southern tip of Africa. They are super cute, with bushy, brown-striped fur, a small, pointed face and large eyes surrounded by dark patches. They average about 50 centimetres long, including their tail. Family: Herpestidae Lifespan: 12 – 14 years (In captivity) Class: Mammalia Trophic level: Carnivorous Kingdom: Animalia Scientific name: Suricata suricatta 1} Meerkats : Cute but Deadly. Ok, so they're not really deadly, but they aren't as cute & cuddly as many people would believe. Granted some meerkats can be very friendly and affectionate; but this only comes with lots of human interaction from a young age, most meerkats can be very vicious and can do some serious damage. 2} Meerkats have been observed being bitten by venomous snakes. While some have survived the attacks, others have died. So biologists aren't entirely certain if meerkats are completely immune to s