Asiatic Golden Cat
Published on 10 Apr 2025
- The elusive Asiatic golden cat (Catopuma temminckii) has been rediscovered in Assam’s Manas National Park.
- The Golden cat is a medium-sized wild feline found across Northeast India, Southeast Asia, and southern China.
- The species thrives in a wide range of habitats, from tropical rainforests to sub-alpine forests, at elevations of up to 3,738 metres.
- Its rediscovery in Manas National Park underscores the need for continued conservation efforts to ensure its survival in the region.
- Catopuma temminckii is listed as Near Threatened under the IUCN Red List and is Protected under Schedule 1 of Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.