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Asian golden cat

Pardofelis temminckii

Asian golden cat (Pardofelis temminckii)Not assessed

Photo: Karen Stout · CC BY-SA 2.0

Mammalcarnivore

The Asiatic golden cat is a medium-sized wild cat that roams forests in northeastern India, Southeast Asia, and China. With its sleek coat and elusive nature, it’s a master of staying hidden in dense woodland habitats.

  • It lives in forests undergoing rapid deforestation.
  • The Asiatic golden cat is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN.
  • Its survival is threatened by poaching and habitat loss.
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At a glance

Classification
Mammal
Scientific name
Pardofelis temminckii
Habitat
Rainforest, Forest
Regions in this directory
Asia
Diet
carnivore
Relative size
medium

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