Competing family groups of meerkats are observed in Africa's Kalahari desert as they forage for food, battle rival group and avoid predators.
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Meerkat Manor Star Killed in Hit-and-run | Today's News: Our Take | 6/6/2008
A furry star of Meerkat Manor: The Next Generation is dead, following an April 28 hit-and-run accident. [Insert collective "Awww!"]An Animal Planet spokeswoman tells the Los Angeles Times that the six-inch meerkat was struck by an oncoming vehicle while crossing a road in the Kalahari Desert. The little guy's unique markings allowed him to be identified, although the vehicle and driver are still unknown.Hazards in nature are to be expected, but a hit-and-run is reportedly too much for some fans to take. While tributes are appearing on YouTube, Animal Planet said it will not yet air its own memoriam, so as to avoid spilling the beans to viewers. — Anna DimondUse our Online Video Guide to commune with nature and the meerkats. read more
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