Marsh mongoose
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The marsh mongoose, also called water mongoose is a medium-sized mongoose species native to sub-Saharan Africa that inhabits freshwater wetlands. It has been listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List since 2008. Wikipedia
Mass: 5.5 – 12 lbs (Adult)
Trophic level: Omnivorous
Conservation status: Least Concern (Population decreasing)
Scientific name: Atilax paludinosus
Gestation period: 77 days
Family: Herpestidae
Order: Carnivora
Source: Encyclopedia of Life