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Banded Linsang
Prionodon linsang
The banded linsang is a small, slender, and elusive carnivorous mammal native to Southeast Asia. It is distinguished by its long, narrow body, elongated snout, and striking black bands and spots on its creamy yellowish fur. The banded linsang is nocturnal and arboreal, spending …
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- The banded linsang has the most cat-like skull of any non-feline carnivore, making it a unique subject in evolutionary biology.
- Despite their resemblance to civets, banded linsangs are more closely related to cats. Their semi-retractable claws and long tails help them move with agility in the trees. Banded linsangs have a unique, elongated skull among carnivores, giving them an almost weasel-like appearance.
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