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A CLOSER LOOK
A reference overview
The meerkat (Suricata suricatta) or suricate is a small mongoose found in southern Africa. It is characterised by a broad head, large eyes, a pointed snout, long legs, a thin tapering tail, and a brindled coat pattern. The head-and-body length is around 24–35 cm (9.4–13.8 in), and the weight is typically between 0.62 and 0.97 kg (1.4 and 2.1 lb).
Overview excerpt from Wikipedia contributors · Meerkat, under CC BY-SA 4.0. Excerpt may be shortened. Overview retrieved 2026-10-09.
