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The masked palm civet (Paguma larvata) is a species of Viverrid from the tropical and deciduous temperate forests of Southeast Asia. They also inhabit Japan, but it’s unclear whether they were introduced or are native.  Masked palm civets are arboreal nocturnal omnivores, foraging chiefly for fruit. They also hunt small vertebrates like birds and squirrels as well as insects. They rarely leave the treetops where they rest during the day. While listed as “Least Concern” by the IUCN, the masked palm civet still face the threats of hunting and habitat loss that could lead to future decline. The hunting of this species also presents a threat to humans. The SARS virus has been connected to under prepared civet meat sold in live markets.

The masked palm civet (Paguma larvata) is a species of Viverrid from the tropical and deciduous temperate forests of Southeast Asia. They also inhabit Japan, but it’s unclear whether they were introduced or are native. 

Masked palm civets are arboreal nocturnal omnivores, foraging chiefly for fruit. They also hunt small vertebrates like birds and squirrels as well as insects. They rarely leave the treetops where they rest during the day.

While listed as “Least Concern” by the IUCN, the masked palm civet still face the threats of hunting and habitat loss that could lead to future decline. The hunting of this species also presents a threat to humans. The SARS virus has been connected to under prepared civet meat sold in live markets.

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