Planet Zoo 2 Meerkat
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Meerkat in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Meerkat requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Desert, Grassland |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 180 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 14 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 2 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 41 °C |
| Group size | 2–30 |
| Barrier | Grade 1, at least 1.25 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 180 m² of land, the Meerkat needs more land than 12% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Meerkat space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (30 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 180 m² | 14 m² | 586 m² |
Shelter: 2 m² per animal.
Meerkat barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 1 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1.25 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Meerkat species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (length) | 0.3 m |
Setup checklist for a Meerkat habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Meerkat as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 180 m², plus Land 14 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 1 barrier at least 1.25 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 41 °C and theme the area as Desert, Grassland.
- Plan a group of 2 to 30 animals.
Animals that can live with the Meerkat
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (Meerkat: 14 to 41 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (3)
- Aardvark (shared 14–36 °C)
- Secretarybird (shared 14–36 °C)
- Wild Boar (shared 14–36 °C)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the Meerkat next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: African Savannah Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Gemsbok, Golden Eagle.
FAQ
How much space does a Meerkat need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 180 m² for the Meerkat, plus Land 14 m² for each additional animal, and 2 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Meerkat need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Meerkat needs a temperature of 14 to 41 °C and a group size of 2–30, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Meerkat in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 3 compatible species for the Meerkat. Neutral: Aardvark, Secretarybird, Wild Boar.