Asian palm civet
A species of Three palm civets, Also known as Mentawai palm civet Scientific name : Paradoxurus hermaphroditus Genus : Three palm civets
Asian palm civet, A species of Three palm civets
Also known as:
Mentawai palm civet
Scientific name: Paradoxurus hermaphroditus
Genus: Three palm civets
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Description
The coarse, thick fur of the spotted musk has a gray basic color. They have black stripes on the back and black, longitudinal stripes on the shoulders and sides. The feet, ears and snout are also colored black, the face has a black and white, raccoon-like mask drawing. The epithet hermaphroditus in the scientific name of the spotted musk comes from the testicular-like scent glands, which both sexes have below the tail. Spotted musangs reach a head trunk length of 48 to 59 centimeters, the solid black tail is 44 to 54 centimeters long. Their weight is around 2.5 to 4 kilograms.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Asian palm civet primarily subsists on a diet inclusive of fruits, seeds, and small animals. The species has an appreciated liking for palm fruits and is famously known for consuming and dispersing Kopi Luwak coffee beans.
Appearance
Asian palm civet is a medium-sized carnivore with a lean body covered in coarse, grizzled fur. Its coloration is predominantly grayish to brown, with darker streaks around the body. This mammal has a long, bushy tail and a pointed snout with round ears. The animals do not vary significantly in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Asian palm civet are primarily solitary creatures, with complex, nocturnal behavior involving foraging for a variety of fruits and seeds, marking territory with scent glands. They have a unique role in seed dispersal, consuming fruits whole and excreting undigested seeds, and show minimal social interaction, mostly during mating season.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Viverrids Genus
Three palm civets Species
Asian palm civet 
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