Borneo sun canopy
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The Borneo sun badger ( Melogale everetti ) is a species of predator from the marten family (Mustelidae). It belongs to the genus of the sun badger and occurs exclusively on Borneo .
features
Borneo sun badgers reach a head body length of 35 to 40 cm, the tail measures 16–17 cm. The animals weigh about 1–2 kg and have a relatively slim build. The muzzle is long, the head and teeth relatively small. The coat color of the Borneo sun canopy is largely dark brown on the top, but lighter on the belly. The head is adorned with a contrasting pattern of black on the one hand and white or yellow on the other. The front feet have strong grave claws. Sometimes the Borneo sun canopy is classified as the shape of the Burma sun canopy. The species is considered to be monotypical .
distribution and habitat
The Borneo sun canopy is restricted to the north of the island of Borneo. There he lives in forests and grasslands between 900 and 3000 m altitude. The status quo is unclear. The only documented sightings are from the Kinabalu National Park area.
Way of life
Little is known about the way of life of the Borneo sun canopy. The animals presumably feed on insects, other invertebrates as well as small vertebrates and fruits. The animals seem to be mostly nocturnal, resting in holes and crevices during the day. You are preferably on the ground, but you can also climb well. One assumes the Borneo sun canopy lives mainly solitary.
literature
- Larivière, S. & Jennings, AP (2009). Family Mustelidae (Weasels and Relatives). In: Wilson, DE, Mittermeier, RA, (Eds.). Handbook of the Mammals of the World. Volume 1: Carnivores. Lynx Edicions, 2009. ISBN 978-84-96553-49-1
Web links
- Melogale everetti in the endangered Red List species the IUCN 2010. Posted by: Duckworth, JW & Azlan, MJ, 2008. Accessed April 8 2011th