LC Insectivore Grasslands, Savannas
8–14 kg
Weight
10–12 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Eastern and Southern Africa
Found In
Endemic to Eastern and Southern Africa, the Aardwolf is an insectivore species inhabiting grasslands, savannas habitats. Weighing 8–14 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Aardwolf | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 11 kg | 2 kg | ↑ 450% |
| Height | 45 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 32 km/h | ↑ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 27 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 11 yrs | 15.5 yrs | ↓ 29% |
Endemic to Eastern and Southern Africa
Habitat: Grasslands, Savannas
Found In: Eastern and Southern Africa
Coloration: Yellow-brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 90 days
Offspring per Birth: 2-5
Lifespan: 10–12 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 #31 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | Serval | 8–18 kg | LC |
| 30 | Japanese Macaque | 10–14 kg | LC |
| 31 | Aardwolf | 8–14 kg | LC |
| 32 | Common Snapping Turtle | 4.5–16 kg | LC |
| 33 | Patagonian Mara | 5.5–16 kg | LC |
| 34 | Three-Toed Sloth | Up to 8 kg | LC |