| Jungle Cat Felis chaus |
Size: females 4 kg (8.4 lbs) males 6 kg (13.2 lbs).
Habitat: Marshy, wet environments; near streams and rivers.
Primary prey: Medium to large rodents, young deer and pigs.
Conservation Status: Stable.
Principal threats: Destruction of their wetland habitats.
Distribution: Eastward from the Middle East to India and southeast Asia.
Notable Features: Jungle cats active frequently during the day. Strong swimmers, they will dive to catch fish or escape from dogs.
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