The Asian palm civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus), also called toddy cat. source
The Asian palm civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus), also called toddy cat.
The Asian palm civet is a small member of the family Viverridae native to South and Southeast Asia. source
The Asian palm civet is a small member of the family Viverridae native to South and Southeast Asia.
In 2008, the IUCN classified the species the Asian palm civet as Least Concern as it is tolerant of a broad range of habitats. source
In 2008, the IUCN classified the species the Asian palm civet as Least Concern as it is tolerant of a broad range of habitats.
The Asian palm civet is widely distributed with large populations that in 2008 were thought unlikely to be declining. source
The Asian palm civet is widely distributed with large populations that in 2008 were thought unlikely to be declining.
The Asian palm civet is a small, mottled gray and black viverrid weighing 2 to 5 kg (4.4 to 11.0 lb). source
The Asian palm civet is a small, mottled gray and black viverrid weighing 2 to 5 kg (4.4 to 11.0 lb).
The Asian palm civet has a body length of about 53 cm (21 in) with a 48 cm (19 in) long tail. source
The Asian palm civet has a body length of about 53 cm (21 in) with a 48 cm (19 in) long tail.
The Asian palm civet long, stocky body is covered with coarse, shaggy hair that is usually greyish in color. source
The Asian palm civet long, stocky body is covered with coarse, shaggy hair that is usually greyish in color.
The Asian palm civet is also present in parks and suburban gardens with mature fruit trees, fig trees and undisturbed vegetation. source
The Asian palm civet is also present in parks and suburban gardens with mature fruit trees, fig trees and undisturbed vegetation.
The Asian palm civet sharp claws allow climbing of trees and house gutters. source
The Asian palm civet sharp claws allow climbing of trees and house gutters.
In most parts of Sri Lanka, the Asian palm civet are considered a nuisance since they litter in ceilings and attics of common households. source
In most parts of Sri Lanka, the Asian palm civet are considered a nuisance since they litter in ceilings and attics of common households.
The Asian palm civet make loud noises fighting and moving about at night.citation needed. source
The Asian palm civet make loud noises fighting and moving about at night.citation needed.
Asian palm civets are believed to lead a solitary lifestyle, except for brief periods during mating. source
Asian palm civets are believed to lead a solitary lifestyle, except for brief periods during mating.
Asian palm civets are both terrestrial and arboreal, showing nocturnal activity patterns with peaks between late evening until after midnight. source
Asian palm civets are both terrestrial and arboreal, showing nocturnal activity patterns with peaks between late evening until after midnight.
Asian palm civets are usually active between 6:00 pm and 4:00 am, being less active during nights when the moon is brightest. source
Asian palm civets are usually active between 6:00 pm and 4:00 am, being less active during nights when the moon is brightest.
Due to their solitary and nocturnal habits, little is known about the reproductive processes and behaviour of Asian palm civets. source
Due to their solitary and nocturnal habits, little is known about the reproductive processes and behaviour of Asian palm civets.
In some parts of its range Asian palm civets are hunted for bush meat and the pet trade. source
In some parts of its range Asian palm civets are hunted for bush meat and the pet trade.
In March 2010, a pair of palm civets was observed when attempting to mate. source
In March 2010, a pair of palm civets was observed when attempting to mate.
Asian palm civets are omnivores utilizing fruits such as berries and pulpy fruits as a major food source. source
Asian palm civets are omnivores utilizing fruits such as berries and pulpy fruits as a major food source.
