Jungle cat

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Recent studies revealed that Jungle cat’s populations are shrinking and suggested they need habitats outside protected areas.

About Jungle cat

• The Jungle cat (Felis chaus) is a medium-sized cat.
• Its name comes from the Caucasus Mountains, the place this cat was first discovered. 
• Other names: Swamp Cat, Reed Cat
• Appearance
  • It is long-legged and is the largest of the extant Felis species. Females tend to be smaller and lighter than males.
  • It has a white muzzle, yellow irises, large ears ending in black tufts, and the sometimes faint striping on its long legs.
• Habitat: These are found across diverse habitats, from grasslands and wetlands to deserts.
• Distribution: They’re present across Asia, with large populations in India and Nepal.
• It is also found in Egypt, and throughout southwest Asia, southeast Asia, and Central Asia, extending its range as far as the south of China. 
• It avoids dense forests and heavily-modified landscapes, preferring agro-pastoral and open habitats.
• It is not nocturnal and does much of its hunting in the early mornings and late afternoons.
• Diet: It is a carnivorous creature and mostly prey on rodents, lizards, frogs, snakes and livestock. 
• Conservation Status

• • IUCN Red List: Least concern’.
  • Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972: Schedule II

Source: TH

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