Mammal
Banded Mongoose
The cobra's agile rival
Family Herpestidae
Herpestidae is a taxonomic family in the order Carnivora, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Banded Mongoose and Meerkat. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Herpestidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banded Mongoose Mungos mungo | 2 kg | 45 cm | 32 km/h | 10 yrs | Africa | Least Concern |
| Meerkat Suricata suricatta | 800 g | 35 cm | 32 km/h | 10 yrs | Africa | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
