The binturong (Arctictis binturong) (/ bɪnˈtjʊərɒŋ, ˈbɪntjʊrɒŋ /; bin-TURE-ong, BIN-ture-ong), also known as the bearcat, is a viverrid native to South and Southeast Asia. It is uncommon in much of its range, …

Dec 12, 2025 · binturong, (Arctictis binturong), catlike omnivore of the civet family (Viverridae), found in dense forests of Southeast Asia. Its range extends from Nepal, India, and Bhutan southward to the …

Baby binturongs, called bintlets, are born with their eyes sealed and remain nestled in their mother's thick fur for their first few days. At six to eight weeks, they are the size of a domestic cat, have grown …

Binturongs are found in the tropical forests of India, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh, China, Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Philippines, and Indonesia. In the wild, binturongs live …

The binturong (Arctictis binturong) is a carnivore of a medium size found in dense forests in South-East Asia. This animal is thought to be a close relative of the palm civet. It is the biggest member of this …

What Exactly is a Binturong? The Binturong, scientifically known as Arctictis binturong, is a fascinating member of the Viverridae family, which also includes civets and genets. Despite its common …

What is a binturong? Sometimes called a bearcat because of its appearance, the binturong is actually a member of the Viverridae family, which includes animals such as civets and genets.

Binturongs are found in Southeast Asia, specifically Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, China, India, Laos, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. They are also found more rarely on the …

Dec 2, 2025 · The binturong is part bear, part cat, and smells like buttered popcorn—but most people have never even heard of it. Hidden deep in the rainforests of Southeast Asia, this elusive creature …

Binturongs emit a unique odor often likened to buttered popcorn or warm bread, adding to their distinctiveness in the animal kingdom. Their ability to adapt to a tree-dwelling lifestyle makes them …