Banded Palm Civet
The Banded Palm Civet is a small mammal native to the forests of Southeast Asia. It is known for its beautiful, dark brown coat with a series of light-colored bands on its back and sides.
The Banded Palm Civet is a nocturnal and solitary animal that spends most of its time in trees. Its diet consists of fruits, insects, and small animals. It is a vital part of its ecosystem, as its fruit-eating habits help to disperse seeds.
However, the Banded Palm Civet is a threatened species, with its numbers declining due to habitat loss and the illegal wildlife trade.
Banded Palm Civet
Classification
Mammalia > Carnivora > Viverridae > Hemigalus > H. derbyanus
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
1.5 feet
(0.5 m)
Average Weight
4 - 6 lbs
(1.8 - 2.7 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 15 years
Gestation Period
40 - 45 days
Did You Know?
The Banded Palm Civet is a small, solitary mammal native to Southeast Asia.
They are primarily arboreal, meaning they spend most of their lives in trees.
Their diet consists mainly of fruits, insects, and small vertebrates.
The Banded Palm Civet has distinctive dark bands across its back and flanks.
They are nocturnal, active mainly during the night.
These civets use scent markings to communicate and mark their territory.
Despite their name, they are not closely related to cats, but are part of the Viverridae family, which includes genets and mongooses.
Photo Gallery
No images provided yet. Be the first to upload one!