| The
jungle cat is also known as the swamp lynx although
it is not related to the lynx. Scientists believe that
domestic cats were derived from the jungle cat. |
| The
jungle cat is is distributed over Egypt, West and Central
Asia, South Asia, Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia. It can
be found in dry forests, reedbeds along rivers and lakes
but is not found in the rain forest. Prefers tall grass
deciduous forest and thick brush. |
| The
weight range of the jungle cat is from 9 to 35 pounds.
The color of the fur is yellowish-grey to reddish brown
with vertical bars on kittens only. They have pointed
ears and long legs which makes them resemble the lynx. |
| The
jungle cat hunts in the daytime for rodents, frogs and
birds. It hunts its prey by running it down. Those who
live near the water are able to swim and dive to catch
fish. |
| The
male "barks" during mating season. Jungle
cats cal also purr. |
| The
gestation of the jungle cat is approximately 66 days
and a litter can be from 1 to 5 cubs. |
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