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African civet
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African civet

About African civet
The African civet lives in forests and grasslands. They hunt after dark. Though they usually eat fruit, small lizards, and rodents, civets are also able to catch and kill young antelope.
The African civet looks dog-like with a muzzle and a long, bushy tail.

What is this animal's name?	African civet
What class is this animal assigned to?	mammals
What does this animal eat?	fruit, small lizards and rodents
Where did this animal live?	Africa, south of the Sahara Desert