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What #FishingCats Tell Us About Wetlands, Pollution and People

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Ultimately, long-term conservation will be the most helpful, including focusing on high-conflict areas in Bangladesh and partnering with local organizations to protect the cats’ wetland habitats and promote coexistence.

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WILDLIFE VIDEO (4 min.)

"Fishing cats are adapted to water; with wet suit-like fur coats and webbed feet, they are masters of aquatics. But these kittens might need a bit more practice before fending for themselves."
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Watch kitten try to catch fish for the first time Fishing cats are well adapted to water, but these kittens might need a bit more practice to feed themselves.

WILDLIFE VIDEO (3 min.)

"Fishing cats are well adapted to water, with wet suit-like fur coats and webbed feet, they are masters of aquatics. This means fish are on the menu, but these kittens might need a bit more practice before fending for themselves."
🏞️🐆🐟 #FishingCats #WildlifeVideo #BBC

As Thailand’s fishing cats face habitat loss & conflict, experts seek resolution Pacing paw-to-paw, the fishing cat hisses. About twice the size of a domestic cat, its grey-green eyes fix on the keeper who carries a tub of tilapia on the other side of the fence. The gate of the en...

"Fishing cats are adapted to living and hunting in marshes, wetlands and mangroves. Nocturnal hunters, they have an almost unique affinity for water among felines, sporting partially webbed feet, a double-layered coat and ears that seal when submerged."
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"Reel 'Em In: Kitty's Fish Tank Fishing Expedition!

"Hold onto your fins, folks! ?? Meet our resident feline angler .

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Fishing cat closeup, face-on. One of the small wild cats, but somehow looks nothing like a housecat despite being tabby-patterned. The eyes are very round and soulful.

Fishing cat in profile, showing off his long nose and the exotic striping running down his neck and back.

Happy #Caturday from Jonas the fishing cat! True to their name, #FishingCats are expert swimmers and hunters, adapted to thrive in marshy areas of Southeast Asia.

[via Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance]