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| Dhendup, T. | |
| Leopard cat in Bhutan and emerging threats | |
| 2022 Cat News (76): 48-51 | |
The leopard cat _Prionailurus bengalensis _is a widespread species but is one of the least studied felids in Bhutan. In this article, we provide a broad overview of the status of the leopard cat in Bhutan with information on the common and emerging threats. We obtained opportunistic records of ten roadkills, eleven cases where leopard cats were rescued, rehabilitated, and released, and four cases of mortality due to dog predation. We suspect that the extent and severity of these threats may be greater than expected. Therefore, we suggest dedicated studies looking at their population and threats to understand their actual conservation status in Bhutan. |
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