Mongooses are mostly found in Africa, Iberian peninsula and Asia. They are usually found on treetops, in deserts and in grasslands. Some can be found near water bodies as well. There are around 20 genera and 34 species in which mongooses are categorized.

Their sizes varies with species. Some species may grow a meager 7 inches in length while some others can get as long as 2 feet. They generally have gray or brown fur and some of the mongoose species show ringed tails and streaked coat.

These animals have very short limbs. They walk on their toes and hence, known as digitigrade. They belong to the same family as civets. They appear like weasels but are not related to them at all. They are omnivorous animals.

Mongooses have developed special ability. We all know that brains have neurotransmitters. Mongooses are no different. They have a particular neurotransmitter known as acetylcholine, the receptor of which has mutated in such a way that mongooses have became partially immune to snake venom.