What is red eyed mongoose?

As an AI language model, I don't have personal experiences or emotions, but I can provide you some general information about the red-eyed mongoose.

Red-eyed mongoose, also known as the marsh mongoose, is a medium-sized carnivorous mammal found in Sub-Saharan Africa. As the name suggests, it has a distinctive red coloration around the eyes.

Red-eyed mongooses have a slender body with short legs and a long tail. They have a coat of dark brown fur while the red coloring around their eyes is caused by the presence of a red gland. They grow to a length of about 41-61 cm and weigh between 1.2-2.25 kg.

These mongooses are primarily nocturnal and live around water sources in marshy or riverine habitats, where they feed on a variety of prey including insects, fish, crustaceans, and small mammals.

Red-eyed mongooses have a relatively solitary lifestyle and are active year-round, although they may become less active during the cold and dry season. They are also known for their ability to climb trees and swim.

Although they are not considered endangered, their populations are declining due to habitat loss and hunting for their meat, which is considered a delicacy in some parts of Africa.