Fishing Cat
Prionailurus viverrinus
Also known as: Fish Cat
The Fishing Cat is a medium-sized wild cat native to South and Southeast Asia, specifically adapted for life in wetlands and mangrove swamps. Unlike most felines, it loves water and is a powerful swimmer, using its partially webbed paws to paddle and scoop fish from the water. It has a double-layered coat that keeps its skin dry even while hunting underwater.
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Fishing cats have partially webbed feet, making them strong swimmers and unique among wild cats.Fishing Cat Quick Facts
Detailed Information on the Fishing Cat
Weight 8.5 kg
Height 35 cm
Length 75 cm
Top Speed 30 km/h
Social Structure: Solitary
Activity Pattern: Nocturnal
Trophic Level: Carnivore/Piscivore
Migration: Resident
Population Trend: Decreasing
Main Threats:
- Wetland drainage
- Overfishing
- Poaching
Coringa Mangroves (India)
Sri Lanka Wetlands
Family: Felidae
Order: Carnivora
