Scientists recorded a female flat-headed cat with her cub, confirming ongoing reproduction in the region, a significant finding given that litters typically produce just one cub. With an estimated 2,500 adults remaining globally, the flat-headed cat is classified as endangered by the International Union For Conservation Of Nature (IUCN). Thought to be most closely related to the leopard cat and fishing cat, the flat-headed cat has a short, tubular body with slender legs and a stubby tail. Strengthening the capacity of protected areas is vital for conserving the flat-headed cat. A rare image of a Flat-headed Cat ('Prionailurus planiceps') at night, Kinabatangan River, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia.

Source: Bangkok Post December 26, 2025 09:16 UTC