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Binturong

Binturong
(Arctictis binturong)

Native to South & Southeast Asia.

Ranges from 71 - 84cm (28 - 33in) in body length, not including its tail.

Feeds on small Mammals, Birds, Fish, Earthworms, Insects, and Fruits.

Lives for around 10 years.

Likely due to the compound found in its urine,  2-acetyl-1-pyrroline, the scent gland of the Binturong emit an odor that has been described as popcorn or corn chips.

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