small
mammals

From night-time foragers to sharp-eared hunters, Africa Alive is full of small mammals with big personalities.

Say hello to the aardvark, the bat-eared fox, the mud-loving red river hog, and the gentle porcupine. Discover their clever tricks, curious habits, and the challenges they face in the wild — and how Africa Alive helps care for them every day.

Aardvark

Bat-eared fox

Red river hog

porcupine

Over 75 species

Small but full of character. These are just a few of the small mammals waiting to be discovered at Africa Alive.

Meet them up close by booking your tickets, or continue your safari to discover more about our iconic animals.

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Meet the Small Mammals at Banham Zoo

Get up close with fascinating small mammals

Banham Zoo

Norfolk

. Discover a world of agile climbers and curious creatures, from the elusive

margay

to playful

otters

A unique collection of small mammals

awaits you, including the fluffy

red panda

and the rare

Pallas’s cat

. Learn about their behaviours, habitats, and the conservation work helping to protect these incredible species.

Plan your visit to

Banham Zoo

and explore the smaller stars of the zoo, just outside

Meet the Small Mammals at Banham Zoo

Get up close with fascinating small mammals

Banham Zoo

Norfolk

margay

otters

A unique collection of small mammals

red panda

Pallas’s cat

Banham Zoo

Norwich