Confirmed by corresponding experts to be an African Palm Civet (Nandinia binotata arborea, a.k.a. the two-spotted civet). Captured along the banks of the Ruaka River (S -1.236249°, E 36.839071°), the civet is at the extreme eastern edge of its range in Africa. Compare the size to a Large Spotted Genet regularly seen at the same location.
A conversation among people interested in African mammals in general and those of Karura Forest Reserve in particular. Thanks to the Friends of Karura Forest Community Forest Association working with the Kenya Forest Service and with the help of volunteers and donors, since 2009 Karura has recovered from being a no-go zone to a haven of peace and tranquility for Nairobians and recovering populations of indigenous mammals.
Sunday, August 20, 2017
A new mammal recorded in Karura Forest.
Confirmed by corresponding experts to be an African Palm Civet (Nandinia binotata arborea, a.k.a. the two-spotted civet). Captured along the banks of the Ruaka River (S -1.236249°, E 36.839071°), the civet is at the extreme eastern edge of its range in Africa. Compare the size to a Large Spotted Genet regularly seen at the same location.
Confirmed by corresponding experts to be an African Palm Civet (Nandinia binotata arborea, a.k.a. the two-spotted civet). Captured along the banks of the Ruaka River (S -1.236249°, E 36.839071°), the civet is at the extreme eastern edge of its range in Africa. Compare the size to a Large Spotted Genet regularly seen at the same location.
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