Viverra Collection

Bewick / Wombat
(Vombatus ursinus) A bear-like marsupial who lives in Australia and burrows extensive tunnels. Date: 1790

East Indian linsang and dhole (endangered)
East Indian linsang, Prionodon linsang gracilis, and wild dog or dhole, Cuon alpinus (endangered). Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lessons Complements de Buffon

Golden and asian palm civets
Golden palm civet, Paradoxurus zeylonensis 1 and Asian palm civet, Paradoxurus hermaphroditus 2. Paradoxures. Handcoloured steel engraving after an illustration by Adolph Fries from Felix-Edouard

Aardwolf, Proteles cristata (Hyaena civet, Viverra hyenoides). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Landseer after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from Edward Griffiths The Animal

Large Indian civet, Viverra zibetha. Near threatened. (Civet, Viverra civetta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Basire from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier

African civet, Civettictis civetta (Civet, Viverra civetta). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Basire from Edward Griffiths The Animal Kingdom by the Baron Cuvier, London, Whittaker, 1825

Striped skunk, Mephitis mephitis (Chinche of Buffon, Viverra mephitis). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by James Basire after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from Edward Griffiths The

Malagasy civet, Fossa fossana
Malagasy or striped civet, Fossa fossana. (Fossane, Viverra fossa.) Near threatened. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Peter Brown from his New Illustrations of Zoology, B. White, London, 1776

Asian palm civet and African civet
Asian palm civet, Paradoxurus hermaphroditus 1 and African civet, Civettictis civetta 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Asian palm civet, greater grison, and Sunda stink badger
Asian palm civet, Paradoxurus hermaphroditus 1, greater grison, Galictis vittata 2, and Sunda stink badger, Mydaus javanensis 3

Fossane, Viverra fossa.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from The Naturalists Pocket Magazine; or, Complete Cabinet of the Curiosities and Beauties of Nature (1798-1802) published by Harrison

Viverra genet engraving 1855

Galidictis Chrysogastes engraving 1855

Picture No. 10900734
Malayan Civet (Viverra tangalunga) Date:

Viverra sp. civet
This civet specimen was obtained in 1867, and held at The Natural History Museum, London

GENET
VIVERRA GENETTA (or genetta vulgaris) - this variety is found in the south of France

ICHNEUMON
HERPESTES (formerly Viverra) ICHNEUMON - lives in Egypt where it eats crocodile eggs and was consequently venerated by the ancient Egyptians

CIVET
VIVERRA CIVETTA lives in various regions, especially central Africa : it secretes a musky substance prized by perfumiers. (It is not a cat, though sometimes called one.)

Bewick Ichneumon
viverra ichneumon : This animal, in Egypt, is domestic, like the Cat; and is retained by the natives for the same useful purpose of clearing their house of rats and mice

Genet (Bewick)
Viverra genetta. This is a kind of civet-cat found in the south of France, though I have yet to see one there

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Viverra, a fascinating genus of mammals, encompasses a diverse group of species that captivate the imagination. From the Bewick's Wombat to the East Indian linsang and dhole, these creatures showcase nature's incredible variety. Some members of this family, like the Golden and Asian palm civets, are known for their unique ability to produce highly sought-after coffee beans through an interesting digestive process. However, not all viverras receive such attention. The Aardwolf and Large Indian civet face threats as they teeter on the brink of endangerment. Similarly, the African civet and Striped skunk also struggle to survive in their respective habitats. In Madagascar resides one particularly elusive member: the Malagasy civet or Fossa fossana. This enigmatic creature is shrouded in mystery due to its secretive nature. Meanwhile, both Asian palm civets and African civets share similarities despite being from different continents. The Viverra genus also includes lesser-known species such as greater grison and Sunda stink badger which play vital roles within their ecosystems. Additionally, let us not forget about Viverra fossa or Fossane - an intriguing carnivore found exclusively in Madagascar. To further appreciate these remarkable animals' significance throughout history, we can look back at an engraving from 1855 depicting a Viverra genet. It serves as a reminder that our fascination with these creatures spans centuries. Viverra showcases nature's ingenuity by encompassing various species with distinct characteristics and ecological roles. As some face endangerment while others remain elusive mysteries waiting to be unraveled; it is crucial that we continue our efforts towards conservation to ensure their survival for generations to come.