| Flat-headed Cat Ictailurus planiceps |
Size: 1.5-2.5 kg (3.3 - 5.5 lbs).
Habitat: Swampy areas and riverine forest.
Primary prey: Fish, frogs, and birds.
Conservation Status: Vulnerable.
Principal threats: Habitat destruction due to water pollution produced by logging activities and agriculture.
Distribution: Malaysia, Sumatra, Borneo.
Notable Features: With partially webbed feet and pointy premolar teeth, this cat is highly adapted for catching fish. In captivity, flat-headed cats have been observed to enjoy sitting in water and will wash objects, much the way raccoons do.
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