Mongooses

The strange story of Gef, the 'talking' mongoose

History & Culture
The strange story of Gef, the 'talking' mongoose
The strange story of Gef, the 'talking' mongoose

Why Mongooses All Give Birth on the Same Day

Weird Animal Question of the Week
Why Mongooses All Give Birth on the Same Day
Why Mongooses All Give Birth on the Same Day
These small, sleek mammals have some intriguing quirks in the animal kingdom—like male childcare.

Is This Mongoose Playing Dead or Just Playing? Video Cracks Up Experts

Weird & Wild
Is This Mongoose Playing Dead or Just Playing? Video Cracks Up Experts
Is This Mongoose Playing Dead or Just Playing? Video Cracks Up Experts

Watch a Mongoose Swing From a Deadly Snake

Watch a Mongoose Swing From a Deadly Snake
Watch a Mongoose Swing From a Deadly Snake

The Cruel Business of Mongoose Hair Paintbrushes

Wildlife Watch
The Cruel Business of Mongoose Hair Paintbrushes
The Cruel Business of Mongoose Hair Paintbrushes

Mongoose Fends Off Lions

Mongoose Fends Off Lions
Mongoose Fends Off Lions

Cultured mongooses pass on traditions

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Cultured mongooses pass on traditions
Cultured mongooses pass on traditions

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