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binturongShaggy-coated mammal Arctitis binturong, the largest member of the mongoose family, nearly 1 m/3 ft long excluding a long muscular tail with a prehensile tip. Mainly nocturnal and tree-dwelling, the binturong is found in the forests of Southeast Asia, feeding on fruit, eggs, and small animals. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Eventual plans are to bring the squirrels and the binturong out on leashes so visitors can meet the animals up close while handlers discuss their behaviors and natural habitats. MOORPARK- A 67-pound Malaysian binturong - a rainforest-dwelling member of the mongoose family - bit an adult student handler on the forearm Friday at Moorpark College's teaching zoo, authorities said. More than 600 visitors were expected at the nonprofit animal sanctuary Sunday to see hundreds of animals, including Bob, a lion; Loal, an orangutan; and Giggles, a binturong - a relative of the mongoose. |
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