The binturong (Arctictis binturong) (/ bɪnˈtjʊərɒŋ, ˈbɪntjʊrɒŋ /; bin-TURE-ong, BIN-ture-ong), also known as the bearcat, is a viverrid native to South and Southeast Asia. It is uncommon in …

Jun 22, 2023 · The bearcat is a fascinating mammal, unique and rare, with important functions within its habitat. It has a significant ecological impact on its ecosystems, playing a role in …

From 2008 – 2019 Lucy the Bearcat was the live mascot that cheered on the Bearcats at over 200 sporting events. With Lucy’s retirement in 2019, a new mascot, Lucille, has been chosen to …

Oct 22, 2025 · Their appearance somewhat resembles a cross between a small bear and a cat, hence their common name: the bearcat. They are part of the suborder Feliformia, but are not …

Yes, a Bearcat is a real animal! Officially called a binturong, the bearcat isn’t actually a bear or a cat. It’s a unique, tree-dwelling mammal native to Southeast Asia, known for its long whiskers, …

2 days ago · Two zookeepers were taken to a hospital after they were bitten by a binturong, also known as a bearcat, at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in D.C. on Friday morning, authorities say.

Aug 18, 2025 · Despite its common name, the bearcat, scientifically known as Arctictis binturong, is neither a bear nor a cat. It belongs to the Viverridae family, which encompasses civets, …

May 1, 2025 · The binturong (Arctictis binturong), sometimes known as the 'bearcat', is neither bear nor cat, despite its misleading name. It belongs to the Viverridae family – the same family …

Feb 29, 2024 · Neither a bear nor a cat, the Southeast Asian bearcat is actually a viverrid (family Viverridae). Its closest relatives are other small carnivorous mammals like civets.

Binturongs are also known as bearcats. A 40-pound mammal creeps along a tree branch in a steamy forest. The animal looks like a cross between a cat and a bear. And its appearance …