Can lowland streaked tenrec be a pet?
Lowland streaked tenrecs are even more uncommon on the pet market because they’re not a species of tenrec commonly bred as pets. Because tenrecs won’t be found in traditional pet stores, it will take some legwork to acquire one.
How long do lowland streaked tenrec live?
2.7 years
Maximum longevity: 2.7 years (captivity) Observations: One captive specimen lived 2.7 years (Richard Weigl 2005).
What eats the lowland streaked tenrec?
Some know predators of the lowland streaked tenrec include Dumeril’s boa, Malagasy ring-tailed mongooses, Malagasy fossas, Malagasy civets, and humans (Koxk 2009). Having all these enemies, the tenrecs would need a way to protect themselves from these predators.
Are tenrecs legal in California?
In California, most exotic mammals are illegal, including ferrets. Answer: No, in California you cannot own either a Leser Tenrec nor a hedgehog.
Are tenrecs legal in Pennsylvania?
I’m sure you all have heard of or have some idea of what a hedgehog is. (Do you know that it is illegal to own one in Pennsylvania?) Tenrecs are insectivores, and they enjoy mealworms or even cat food as a delicacy (in captivity of course). …
How many chromosomes do tenrecs have?
List of organisms by chromosome count
| Organism (Scientific name) | Chromosome number |
|---|---|
| Pea (Pisum sativum) | 14 |
| Barley (Hordeum vulgare) | 14 |
| Aloe vera | 14 |
| Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) | 16 |
Where do streaked tenrecs live?
Madagascar
The species is found in tropical lowland rain forest, in the northern and eastern parts of Madagascar.
Are wolfdogs legal in California?
Wolfdogs are legal in CA and that’s most likely what any ‘wolf’ would be if a non-zoo affiliated person bought one.