Common dwarf mongoose: Difference between revisions

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==Physical characteristics==

The common dwarf mongoose is a typical mongoose: it has a large pointed head, small ears, a long tail, short limbs and long claws. The species can be distinguished from other mongooses by its size. It is much smaller than most other species (18 to 28 cm, 210 to 350 grams); in fact, it is Africa's smallest carnivorecarnivorous mammal. The soft fur is very variable in color, ranging from yellowish red to very dark brown.

==Distribution and habitat==