The presence of adequate cover and a permanent water source is vital. The civet is confined to well-watered savannah regions. While not being completely dependent on water, the presence thereof provides better cover in the form of underbush as well as a high population of insects. Habits Civets are nocturnal, sheltering in holes or dense undergrowth during the day. They are poor climbers and rely mostly on the natural fall of ripe fruits.
Civets deposit their dung in civetries, which are often found adjacent to paths and roads.
This allows the civet to effectively demarcate its territory. An omnivorous creature, the civet consumes a variety of vegetables and fruits as well as insects and other invertebrates. It will also kill vertebrates up to the size of a new born antelope and readily eats carrion. Breeding From 1 to 4 kittens are born in a hole, usually in the wet summer months. Interestingly each youngster owns one of its mothers' teats.