| Latin Name |
Prionodon pardicolor |
| Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
| Location
| E to S E Asia |
| Colour |
Brown/Grey with Black Markings |
| Length |
37 - 43 cms (14.5 - 17 inches) |
| Tail |
30 - 36 cms (12 - 14 inches) |
| Weight |
0.6 - 1.2 Kgs (1.25 - 3 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
- |
Main Characteristics
Spotted Linsang have a body length between 37 and 43 cms (14.5 - 17 inches), a tail length between 30 and 36 cms (12 - 14 inches) and they weigh between 0.6 and 1.2 kgs (1.25 - 3 lbs).
They are brown/grey in colour with black spots and a ringed tail.
Habitat
Spotted Linsang inhabit the forests of east to southern Asia. They are solitary, nocturnal and arboreal.
Diet
Spotted Linsang mainly feed on rodents, snakes, frogs and carrion.
Breeding
Spotted Linsang produce a litter of 2 - 3 young.
Predators
Subspecies
Subspecies of Spotted Linsang include:
Prionodon pardicolor pardicolor
Prionodon pardicolor presina
Interesting Facts
Spotted Linsang are also known as:
Oriental Linsang
Similar Animals
Banded Linsang
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