Jungle cat Facts Felis chaus
The jungle cat (Felis chaus), also called reed cat and swamp cat, is a medium-sized cat native from the Eastern Mediterranean region and the Caucasus to parts of Central, South and Southeast Asia. It inhabits foremost wetlands like swamps, littoral and riparian areas with dense vegetation.
- Diet
- The jungle cat is unusual in that it is partially omnivorous: it eats fruits, especially in winter.
- Lifespan
- Up to 20 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Classification
Family: Felidae. Order: Carnivora.
What Do Jungle cats Eat?
Diet classification: Carnivore. Recorded foods: the jungle cat is unusual in that it is partially omnivorous: it eats fruits, especially in winter.
Jungle cat Conservation Status
Jungle cat is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 20 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 7.39 kg
Fun facts
- It rests in burrows, grass thickets and scrubs.
- Its activity tends to decrease during the hot noon hours.
- The jungle cat is typically diurnal and hunts throughout the day.
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