Malay Civet
Viverra tangalunga
Conservation Status
Least ConcernMammalia · Carnivora · Viverridae
About
The Malayan civet, also known as the Malay civet and Oriental civet, is a viverrid native to the Malay Peninsula and the islands of Sumatra, Bangka, Borneo, the Riau Archipelago, and the Philippines. It is listed as "Least Concern" by IUCN as it is a relatively widely distributed, appears to be tolerant of degraded habitats, and occurs in a number of protected areas.
Fun Fact
It is listed as "Least Concern" by IUCN as it is a relatively widely distributed, appears to be tolerant of degraded habitats, and occurs in a number of protected areas.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits a wide variety of habitats including forests, secondary habitats, cultivated land and the outskirts of villages.
Diet
Prey on small livestock and raid fruit orchards.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance