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.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| 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 | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Aardvark inhabits savannas, grasslands habitats. It can be found in Africa.
Typical coloring: Grey.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Aardvark is a solitary species belonging to the Orycteropodidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Aardvark is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 12 insectivore mammals, the Aardvark’s weight of 40–65 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 2 kg.
Weight rank: #20 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Aardvark weigh?
A Aardvark typically weighs 40–65 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 2 kg among insectivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Aardvark?
The Aardvark is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Aardvark live?
The Aardvark is found in Africa, in savannas, grasslands habitats.
How does the Aardvark reproduce?
The Aardvark has a gestation period of 210–240 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026