Search


Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?

Both sexes are territorial and usually forage alone. Males hold territories of about 0.2 sqkm and females about 0.07 sqkm. the range of a male territory may cross those of several females. Territories of neighbouring males do not overlap, but during the non breeding season subordinate and juvenile males will be tolerated in the dominant territory of another male. Female home ranges generally overlap, with females tending to remain within their home range. Males are likely to move annually. It has been observed that Thick Tailed Bushbabies, both male and female, will actively defend their territory by tackling each other with their fists and vicious bites. Their fights often end in death to one of the animals. they show aggression towards any intruder or any form of danger by cocking their ears, staring with wide eyes, open mouthed baring of the teeth and growling and spitting. They may also rear up on their hind legs with raised hands, ready to grab and bite.

More frequently asked questions on: Mammals


What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?

What do porcupines eat?

How big do Klipspringers get?

When do hyaenas hunt?

Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?

Are spotted hyenas social animals?

How big can hippos get?

How long do Honey Badgers live?

Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?

Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?

What are some fun facts about Elephants?

Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?

Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?

How fast can cheetahs run?

Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?

What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?

What do Vervet Monkeys eat?

When do young lions become independent?

How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?

Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

Do lions kill only when they are hungry?

Are the senses of a lion well developed?

Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?

Do lions eat carrion?

Is the leopard a solitary animal?

Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

What is a Blue wildebeest?

Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?

What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?

What are the preferred prey species of lion?

What threats do Brown Hyenas face?

Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?

What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Do elephants have good memories?

Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?

When is the best time for spotting lion?

What speed can a lion reach when charging?

How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?

Are porcupines dangerous to humans?

At what age are lions sexually mature?