The binturong (Arctictis binturong) also known as bearcat. Arctictis binturong on the tree. Close up of Binturong face with trees in background.© Thais29/Shutterstock.com That smell results from a ...

The binturong, often nicknamed bearcat, fascinates with its unique appearance and surprising scent. This little-known animal hides astonishing biological peculiarities. With its thick fur and long ...

With their thick black fur, stocky bodies and long whiskers, binturongs look like a hybrid between a bear and a cat, earning them the nickname "bearcat." But these mammals aren't just notable for ...

That smell results from a combination of the binturong’s chemistry, behavior, and habitat. The binturong uses scent to share information without meeting face-to-face. In dense forests, scent can ...