African mammal that's resistant to snake venom (8)

I believe the answer is:

mongoose

(Other definitions for mongoose that I've seen before include "Small mammal that preys on snakes" , "Predatory mammal known for killing snakes" , "Snake killer" , "Animal that kills snakes" , "Slayer of snakes" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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