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 …

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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 …

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 …

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 …

Oct 22, 2025 · The binturong (Arctictis binturong) is a mammal originating from Asia. Their appearance somewhat resembles a cross between a small bear and a cat, hence their common name: the bearcat.

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 …

Binturongs are primarily arboreal (live mainly in trees), and live in the canopies of tall trees in dense, tropical forests but are somewhat adaptable. In Laos, they inhabit evergreen forests; in the …

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.