We think cats hate swimming – and while many do – you might be surprised to hear that many wild cats swim regularly, and (whisper it) they don’t actually hate it. From jungle rivers to African wetlands, several wild cat species are not only capable swimmers, they actually enjoy it. Whether it’s hunting, cooling off or just exploring their habitat, these felines […]
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Fishing cats misunderstood, misidentified in Nepal’s Kapilvastu
KAPILVASTU, Nepal — At his fish pond near his home in Krishnanagar Municipality in western Nepal’s Kapilvastu, Imtehaj Khan closely watches a large TV screen mounted on a wall. For outsiders, it would seem that the 58-year-old enjoys watching sports such as football or cricket on the big screen. But for the resident of Krishnanagar, […]
It swims underwater, barks like a dog, has webbed feet and dives for its supper: Meet the peculiar cat that’s like no other
Fishing cats (Prionailurus viverrinus) are one of the most unique and elusive wild cats in the world, renowned for their remarkable ability to hunt in water. Although they share similarities with other small cats, fishing cats have evolved a specialized skill set for fishing, making them stand out among their feline relatives. How big are […]
Fishing Cats Face Extinction as Wetlands Disappear Across Asia
Fishing cats (Prionailurus viverrinus) are medium-sized wildcats uniquely adapted to life in wetlands and mangrove forests across South and Southeast Asia, including India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, and Sri Lanka. Despite their remarkable adaptations, fishing cats face numerous threats that jeopardize their survival. Human-Wildlife Conflicts in Bangladesh In Bangladesh, fishing cats often find themselves in direct conflict […]