The dominant male of a group is territorial and repels other males. Females do not defend their range, and may allow an outside female to join the group. Group size averages 4 to 10. There are 21 known vocalizations, important for information transfer. The estrous cycle lasts about 13 days.
Births usually occur in a crevice.
Litters can be from 1 to 6. Newborns weigh 6 to 8.5 ounces, are fully covered with hair, have their eyes open, and can move about with agility after a day. They begin taking solid food within 2 weeks, but may continue to nurse for 1 to 5 months. Sexual maturity is reached at 16 to 17 months. Their chief enemies are leopards and eagles.