A small carnivorous mammal native to Southeast Asia, specifically found in Java and surrounding regions, characterized by its slender body and adaptable behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, agricultural landscapes, and edge environments in Indonesia, particularly Java, with adaptability to diverse ecological niches
Ecological Role
Plays crucial role in ecosystem balance by controlling rodent and small vertebrate populations, contributing to natural pest management and food web dynamics
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Dense, short fur typically grayish-brown to reddish-brown, providing camouflage in forest environments
- LIMBS WINGS Short, powerful limbs with non-retractable claws, excellent for digging and capturing prey
- HEAD SENSORY Pointed snout, large rounded ears, acute vision and hearing, specialized for hunting small prey in dense vegetation
- BODY STRUCTURE Compact, elongated body with average length of 0.35-0.45 m, weight ranging 0.8-1.5 kg, muscular build adapted for agile movement
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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