Arctictis binturong
Binturong (Bearcat)
MammalBest Season: Jan–Dec
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About this species
The remarkable Binturong — shaggy, bear-like, and the size of a large dog — is a prehensile-tailed viverrid found in the dense forests of Northeast India. It is the only Old World mammal with a prehensile tail. Namdapha's lowland forests and Pakke Tiger Reserve offer occasional camera trap detections. Discover Binturong in Northeast India's forests. Rare bearcat species — wildlife guide, camera trap findings, and expert tours.
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When and Where to Photograph Binturong (Bearcat)
The remarkable Binturong — shaggy, bear-like, and the size of a large dog — is a prehensile-tailed viverrid found in the dense forests of Northeast India. It is the only Old World mammal with a prehensile tail. Namdapha's lowland forests and Pakke Tiger Reserve offer occasional camera trap detections. Discover Binturong in Northeast India's forests. Rare bearcat species — wildlife guide, camera trap findings, and expert tours.
Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Namdapha National Park.