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     • Fishing Cats are known for being very shy and elusive creatures, so the pair might be a little challenging to spot on your visit!
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   Are fishing cats shy?

   • It’s also incredibly shy. The elusive fishing cat is, as far as researchers know, one of the the world’s only wild cats that is specifically adapted to wetland environments. In addition to hunting fish, these cats also prey on reptiles, amphibians, aquatic birds and other small animals.

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   What does a fishing cat sound like?

   • The cry of the fishing cat sounds like the quack of a duck, and the rest of this midsize feline also seems tailor-made for the life aquatic. Its narrow, streamlined head is ideal for dips in the mangrove swamps and wetlands of South and Southeast Asia, its habitat, and its pointy ears even fold down during a dive, serving as earplugs.

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   Why is the fishing cat a problem?

   • The fishing cat’s association with wetlands, marshes, and grasslands puts it direct competition with the increasing number of humans who are moving into these areas. In addition to this loss of habitat (its main threat), the fishing cat is also under pressure from people who hunt it for its skin, its meat, and for the exotic pet trade.

   Fishing Cat - Felidae Conservation Fund

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   What is a fishing cat?

   • The Fishing cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) is a medium-sized wild cat of South and Southeast Asia. It is a threatened species whose population has declined severely over the last decade. Its scientific name comes from its viverrine or civet-like appearance rather than any adaptation for fishing.

   Fishing Cat | Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio

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   Are fishing cats nocturnal?

   • Because fishing cats are nocturnal and shy, there are things we don't know about them yet, like their social structure. It is believed that they are solitary, except during breeding season and when a mother cat has kittens. A usual litter is two kittens, and they learn to fish from their mom.

   Fishing cat | San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers

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   Why does a fishing cat cry?

   • A fishing cat, Prionailurus viverrinus, in Koh Mon, Thailand, at a shrimp farm. Such facilities reduce the area inhabited by the shy animal, contributing to its decline. The cry of the fishing cat sounds like the quack of a duck, and the rest of this midsize feline also seems tailor-made for the life aquatic.

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3. www.smithsonianmag.com › science-nature › fishingFishing Cats Face Many Human Threats. What Can Be Done to ...

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   These days, intensive aquaculture, pollution and upriver damming destroy freshwater fish habitats and pit fishing cats against farmers, as the hungry felines swipe farmed carp and even the...

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   Aug 27, 2020 · It’s also incredibly shy. The elusive fishing cat is, as far as researchers know, one of the the world’s only wild cats that is specifically adapted to wetland environments. In addition to hunting fish, these cats also prey on reptiles, amphibians, aquatic birds and other small animals.

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6. sdzwildlifeexplorers.org › animals › fishing-catFishing cat - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers

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   Because fishing cats are nocturnal and shy, there are things we don't know about them yet, like their social structure. It is believed that they are solitary, except during breeding season and when a mother cat has kittens.

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7. felidaefund.org › learn › catsFishing Cat - Felidae Conservation Fund

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   While many cats catch and eat fish when the opportunity presents itself, the fishing cat is the only species named for its skill at capturing, and its preference for eating, fish. Scientific Designation: Prionailurus viverrinus; Related Project: Fishing Cats in Thailand; Endangered Status: Vulnerable (VU) Lifespan: Average of 12 years; Weight ...

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     Heartwarming Encounter with Twin Stray Cats While Fishing 🎣🐱🐱 Ever had a moment that just melts your heart? While out fishing, I had the most adorable encounter with two stray twin cats that left me feeling all kinds of emotions. 🥰 While patiently waiting for a bite, I noticed two shy stray cats approaching me. At first, I thought they were just curious, but then I realized they were twins! It was no surprise they kept meowing while I was catching fish. The more confident one even climbed up

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   Fishing cats live in separate populations in Southeast Asia, including Sri Lanka and parts of Pakistan, in western India to southern China, Java, and Sumatra. They live primarily in wetland areas, swamps, and marshy areas around oxbow lakes, reed beds, tidal creeks, and mangrove forests.

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10. thinkwildlifefoundation.com › threats-andThreats and Conservation of the Fishing Cat | Think Wildlife ...

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    Apr 2, 2023 · The fishing cat is a specialist species and mostly occurs in the swamps of the wetlands and mangroves. It is the member of the threatened freshwater mammalian guild. It is also one of the EDGE species meaning it is a highly rated ‘Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered’.

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    Sep 14, 2023 · The fishing cat (Prionailurus viverrinus) is a unique and captivating species that is sadly classified as endangered. With their striking appearance and remarkable hunting abilities, these cats have caught the attention of researchers and wildlife enthusiasts alike.