Mongooses: Behavior and Characteristics

The video discusses the social and active nature of mongooses, highlighting their group names, daily activities, and the need for enrichment due to their intelligence and curiosity. It introduces a breeding pair of dwarf mongooses named Cheats and Lea, emphasizing their social behavior and the challenges in keeping them engaged.

What is a group of mongooses commonly called?

• A herd

• A colony

• A mob

• A flock

What are the names of the breeding pair of dwarf mongooses mentioned in the video?

• Sam and Sue

• Max and Ruby

• Cheats and Lea

• Tom and Jerry

When are mongooses most active?

• In the evening

• At dawn

• During the day

• At night

Why do mongooses require new and challenging enrichment items?

• They are lazy

• They prefer routine

• They get bored easily

• They are very smart and curious

What characteristic of mongooses makes them spend a lot of time on a single piece of enrichment?

• Their fearfulness

• Their tenacity

• Their laziness

• Their shyness