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Gonzalez-Abarzua, M.; Kunde, M.N.; Fitri, M.S.; Goossens, B.
First capture of a flat-headed cat in an oil palm plantation in Sabah, Borneo
2021 Cat News (72): 37 -38
The flat-headed cat _Prionailurus planiceps_ is one of the least studied cats worldwide, with little to no research and conservation efforts in place. This cat is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, as their habitat and population continue to decline. It can be found near freshwater sources, but the loss and degradation of the habitat has resulted in a very small and patchy distribution (ranging from Thailand to Peninsular Malaysia, Sumatra and Borneo). The Lower Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary LKWS in Sabah, Borneo is considered a crucial location for the survival of this species. However, the growing expansion of oil palm plantations may represent a threat, since they are believed to be an unsuitable habitat for these cats. Here we present the first capture report on a flat-headed cat in an oil palm plantation and probably the first capture of the species for research purpose in Borneo.
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