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MEET MALIHA, OUR FISHING CAT!

Fishing Cat [Prionailurus viverrinus]

 

Status: Endangered

         Reasons Why: Loss of habitat and food source 

 

What Do I Eat? Mainly fish, but can eat small rodents 

 

Where Do I Live? Wetlands, marshes, and swamps in Southern Asia, with most of the population in Thailand 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

1. Aren't Cats Scared of the Water?

The fishing cat is the exception to the rule! This cat will hunt in the water and is a great swimmer!

 

2. Why Does it Have a Short Flat Tail?

The shape of their tail helps them steer while swimming!

Check out this cool page for videos of the Fishing Cat in action!

 

http://www.arkive.org/fishing-cat/prionailurus-viverrinus/video-08b.html

*All photographs used are licensed under Creative Commons Attribution or were labeled for noncommercial reuse under Google images” Please feel free to click on any photograph or video to be taken to the original source. 

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