Meerkat Territory

The Termite Mound

If you wander for a while along the beaten paths through the tall scrub and grasses, you will soon reach a city. This city is a Termite heaven, their towers tall and majestic, almost reaching the sky; or at least that's how it looks from our point of view! A good place to kick back, and enjoy a good lunch of delicious termites. Just make sure you keep looking on the horizon, Hyenas and Wild Dogs are known for hanging around here.

The Watering Hole

A small watering hole a couple yards away from the Meerkat's Den, it's too small to really be used by larger animals, so the meerkat's get all of their water from here. Though, its very dangerous to go alone, you never know what could be lurking in the tall grass, waiting for a meal to come along for a drink.

The Burrows

The very heart of Meerkat Territory; this is our home. Above ground everyone joins together in cleaning and grooming sessions; where pups get their first glimpses of daylight, and can enjoy running around wrestling. Adults can lay in the sun, warm up in the sun, and maybe catch a nap.

Look-Out Log

A tree has fallen beside the Meerkat's burrows, and been very useful protecting them against strong winds, floods, and they can lay inside to stay out of the scorching afternoon sun. But, most of all, the massive roots stick up in the air, giving a look-out perfect view of most of the plains around the Burrows.

Snake and Scorpion Path

A hidden path that leads from the burrows to a large gorge filled with boulders, and spiney plants. Known for only two things; Puff adders and Scorpions. The risk is great, you can get bit/stung, fall and be crushed by boulders, or maybe the heat will get to you. If you are willing to risk, the food is plentiful, just don't wander too far! Meerkats have walked this path before... and never come back!