Suricate Collection (#9)

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult, sitting on rock, Marwell Zoo

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adults, fighting, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) young, at burrow entrance, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult and juvenile, close-up of heads, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult, digging in sand, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adults and young, group standing on hind legs, with researcher using weighing scales, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) juvenile, yawning, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult, yawning, close-up of head, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat (Suricata suricatta) adult, with porcupine quill stuck in side, Kalahari Meerkat Project, Kuruman River Reserve, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa

Meerkat / Suricate - lying on back - Wildlife Park - Combe Martin - Devon - UK
MAB-1376 Meerkat / Suricate - lying on back Wildlife Park - Combe Martin - Devon - UK Suricata suricatta Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Meerkat - juvenile sitting down
DOW-420 Meerkat / Suricate - juvenile sitting down Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat - lying down with claws outstretched
DOW-418 Meerkat / Suricate - lying down with claws outstretched Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat - looking up
DOW-415 Meerkat / Suricate Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat
DOW-413 Meerkat / Suricate Suricata suricata Steve Downer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Meerkat / Suricate - Wildlife Park Combe Martin Devon UK
MAB-1325 Meerkat / Suricate Wildlife Park Combe Martin Devon UK Suricata suricatta Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Suricate / Meerkat - young suckling Kalahari Desert, Africa
CH-5812 Suricate / Meerkat - young suckling Kalahari Desert, Africa. Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - troop sunbathing on a winter sunrise
CH-4039 Suricate / Meerkat - troop sunbathing on a winter sunrise Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Suricate / Meerkat - eating Gecko given by nursemaid Kalahari Desert, Africa
CH-4058 Suricate / Meerkat - eating Gecko given by nursemaid Kalahari Desert, Africa. Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - part of troup sunbathing Kalahari Africa
CH-4040 Suricate / Meerkat - part of troup sunbathing Kalahari Africa Suricata suricatta Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - group emerging from hole after escaping danger Kalahari, Africa
CH-4049 Suricate / Meerkat - group emerging from hole after escaping danger Kalahari, Africa. Clem Haagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat - Two different aged young on lookout at the edge of burrow - Kalahari Desert, Southeast Namibia
TD-1472 Suricate / Meerkat - two different aged young on lookout at the edge of burrow. Kalahari Desert, Southeast Namibia

Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster. Occurs in South West Arid Zone and adjacent Southern savanna
ASW-4730 Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster digging. Occurs in South West Arid Zone and adjacent Southern savanna
ASW-4729 Suricate / Meerkat sentinel with youngster digging. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa. Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Suricate - Eating solifuge, South Africa
PS-8927 Suricate - Eating solifuge / wind scorpion / sun spider / camel spider South Africa Suricata suricata Peter Steyn Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate / Meerkat Group on the look-out. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa
VAN-197-m Suricate / Meerkat - Group on the look-out Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa. Suricata suriatta Ingrid Van den Berg Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Suricate-Meerkat-Standing guard whilst taking shelter behind a thin shrub Kalahari Desert-Kgalagadi National Park-South
KAT-415 Suricate / Meerkat - Standing guard whilst taking shelter behind a thin shrub Kalahari Desert - Kgalagadi National Park - South Africa Suricata suricatta Karl Terblanche Please note that

Suricate / Meerkat - sentinal standing on termite mound. Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa
ASW-4686-M Suricate / Meerkat - sentinal standing on termite mound Mountain Zebra National Park, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Suricata suricatta Alan J. S

Bewick / Meerkat
(Suricata suricatta) also named by Bewick the SURICATE or four-toed weasel, famed for its tendency to stand on its hind legs when looking out for enemies

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In the vast expanse of the Kalahari Desert in Namibia, Africa, a family of suricates, also known as meerkats, stands on high alert at the edge of their burrow. With their young ones by their side, they scan the horizon for any signs of danger or opportunity. Picture No. 10877184 captures this precious moment as these adorable creatures showcase their strong familial bonds and cooperative nature. Their sleek bodies blend seamlessly with the sandy landscape while their curious eyes remain vigilant. In a playful twist of digital manipulation, some suricates don woolly hats (Su) or even Christmas hats (JD), adding an element of whimsy to their already endearing appearance. These clever adaptations remind us that nature can be both beautiful and amusing. But it's not just about fun and games for these meerkats; survival is always at the forefront of their minds. On the edge of Ntwetwe salt pan, another pack keeps watchful eyes peeled for potential threats lurking nearby. One particular image showcases a solitary suricate standing tall on its hind legs while sporting a festive Christmas hat and scarf. This charming sight reminds us that even in harsh environments like the desert, there is room for celebration and joy. As dawn breaks over the Kalahari Desert, one lucky photographer captures a mesmerizing shot: a meerkat basking in golden sunlight during its morning sunbathing routine. The warmth envelops its small body as it takes advantage of every ray before embarking on another day filled with adventure. Even captivity cannot dampen the affectionate nature between adult pairs within this species. Picture No. 11676042 reveals two meerkats hugging tightly—a heartwarming display that transcends boundaries imposed by human intervention. Finally, we encounter yet another captivating scene where a lone meerkat sits attentively while keeping an eye out for any potential dangers or opportunities that may arise.