Common Genet

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common genet (Genetta genetta).

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Name:
Unknown

Illustration

Subject:
Animals
Technique:
Wood Engraving
Format:
Landscape (wider)

Book

Title:
Nouveau dictionnaire encyclopédique universel illustré
Author:
Trousset, Jules (under the direction of)
Publisher:
Paris: La Librairie Illustrée, 1885-1891
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Description:

The common genet (Genetta genetta) is a small carnivorous mammal in the family Viverridae. Its fur is usually spotted, it has a long ringed tail and retractable claws.

Common genets can be found in Africa, southern Europe, and in the Middle East. Genets are nocturnal and have musk glands used to mark their territories. In the past, genets were domesticated to get rid of mice and rats, but were later replaced by cats.

The caption reads in the original French: Genette commune (Genetta vulgaris).

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