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mongoose

/ˈmɒŋ.ɡuːs/ /ˈmɑŋ.ɡus/

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Mangouste

Any of several species of generalist predatory Carnivores in the family Herpestidae; the various species range in size from rats to large cats. The Indian mongoose is noted as a predator of venomous snakes, though other mongoose species have similar habits.

Examples :

"The zookeeper pointed out the mongoose enclosure, explaining how the small, agile creature helps control snake populations in its native habitat. "

Le gardien de zoo a montré l'enclos des mangoustes, expliquant comment cette petite créature agile aide à contrôler les populations de serpents dans son habitat naturel.

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Mangouste malgache

Any species of Malagasy mongoose; only distantly related to the Herpestidae, these are members of the family Eupleridae; they resemble mongooses in appearance and habits, but have larger ears and ringed tails.

Examples :

"The zookeeper pointed out the Malagasy mongoose, explaining that it's a different family of animal than other mongooses. "

Le gardien de zoo a montré la mangouste malgache, expliquant qu'elle appartient à une famille d'animaux différente des autres mangoustes.

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