THE NIGHT DWELLERS 

Bats and owls often come to mind while we think of nocturnal animals. When the sun sets and the world drifts to sleep, a whole new lineup of creatures comes alive, thriving in moonlight and embracing quiet over commotion.

Here Are 6 Nocturnal Creatures You’ve Probably Never Seen:

Native to Madagascar, this sleek, cat-like hunter is a stealthy predator with semi-retractable claws and rotating ankles, making it a master tree-climber. It vanishes into the underbrush to catch some elusive shut-eye during the day.

These tiny, fluffy creatures are entirely nocturnal and spend their days curled up in tree hollows and come alive after dark, chattering softly and socialising.

Despite its name, aardwolf is a termite-loving creature and not a wolf— it is a relative of the hyena. This shaggy, striped insectivore hunts for termites under the cover of moonlight.  

This cat-like African mammal is more closely related to mongooses. It hunts at night, relying on sharp senses and impressive agility to catch rodents, birds, and insects. 

The Greater Galago, a larger and more elusive relative of the bush baby, easily vanishes into three hollows, making it nearly impossible to spot unless you are granted access to its secret branch hideout.

The African Wildcat is the wild ancestor of all domestic cats. During the day, it seeks shelter in tall grasses or burrows to escape the heat. It leads a secretive and solitary life, emerging only when the world is asleep.

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