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Rusty-spotted Cat
Prionailurus rubiginosus
African Golden Cat
Caracal auratus
Evidence from the profiles
Compare their characteristics
| Trait | Rusty-spotted Cat | African Golden Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Physical traits | Rust-colored spots mark a grayish to brownish coat, with variation between populations. | The body is robust and the coat varies between reddish and grayish forms. Spotting can be more visible on some parts of the body. |
| Habitat and range | Dry forests and other covered landscapes provide habitat; observations also occur in some human-modified areas. | Dense African forest and secondary growth provide cover and hunting habitat. |
| Diet and nutrition | Small mammals and birds are reported foods, with other small prey taken opportunistically. | Rodents and other forest mammals are important prey. Birds and additional small animals may also be taken. |
| Behavior and activity | It is generally solitary outside breeding and maternal care. Much of its natural behavior remains difficult to document directly. | It is generally solitary and difficult to observe in dense cover. Sparse observations should not be treated as a complete account of its daily behavior. |
| Geographic distribution | The Mammal Diversity Database v2.5 records this species in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka. | The Mammal Diversity Database v2.5 records this species in Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Cote d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Benin?, Burundi?, Gambia?, Guinea-Bissau?, Kenya?, Rwanda?, Senegal?, Sudan?, Togo?. |
Classification
Shared ancestry
Closest shared taxon: Felinae.
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