Masked palm civet

The gem-faced civet is a small carnivore found across Southeast Asia and parts of India. It gets its name from the striking facial markings that resemble gems. These adaptable animals thrive in forests but can also live near human settlements.

• Its face has unique markings that look like polished gemstones.
• It lives in both wild forests and areas altered by humans.
• The species is protected in many parks across its range.