Description:The paws are slightly wbbed and the claws are not fully retractile. The coat is short and course giving a shaggy appearence. They are light brown with dark brown or black spots and a black ringed tail.
Size: Head and body length 57-85cm, tail length 20-32cm.
Weight: 5.5-8 kg.
Senses:
Habitat: Forests, swamps and marshy areas, always near water.
Range:
Distribution: Sumatra, Java to S China and India.
Status: Lower Risk.
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Prey: Fish, small mammals, birds, insects and crustacea.
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Breeding:
Gestation: 63 days.
Litter Size: 1-4 young per litter.
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