viverricula malaccensis

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Noun viverricula malaccensis has 1 sense

small civet, Viverricula indica, Viverricula malaccensis - common small civet of southeast Asia
--₁ is a kind of civet, civet cat

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Viverricula malaccensis

Description:

Viverricula malaccensis, also known as the Malayan civet or common palm civet, is a small carnivorous mammal native to Southeast Asia. It belongs to the family Viverridae and is characterized by its elongated body, pointed snout, and distinctive black and white stripe pattern along its body.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A species of civet native to Southeast Asia.

Example sentence: The Viverricula malaccensis is an agile and nocturnal carnivorous mammal.

Sense 2:

Noun: The fur or pelt of the Viverricula malaccensis.

Example sentence: The beautifully patterned Viverricula malaccensis fur is highly sought after in the fashion industry.

Sense 3:

Noun: A viverrid species commonly found in local folklore and mythology.

Example sentence: The tale of the mischievous Viverricula malaccensis is often told to children as a cautionary story.