LC Insectivore Savannas, Grasslands
40–65 kg
Weight
20–30 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Africa
Found In
Weighing 40–65 kg, the Aardvark ranks as one of the heaviest insectivore mammals (#1 of 12). Native to Africa, it lives in savannas, grasslands habitats and is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Aardvark | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 52.5 kg | 2 kg | ↑ 2525% |
| Height | 117.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 32 km/h | ↑ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 25 yrs | 15.5 yrs | ↑ 61% |
Endemic to Africa
Habitat: Savannas, Grasslands
Found In: Africa
Coloration: Grey
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 210–240 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 20–30 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #20 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | Pronghorn | 40–70 kg | LC |
| 19 | Spotted Hyena | 44–64 kg | LC |
| 20 | Aardvark | 40–65 kg | LC |
| 21 | Wolf | 23–80 kg | LC |
| 22 | Capybara | 35–66 kg | LC |
| 23 | Anteater | 22–41 kg | LC |