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The Masked Palm Civet Handbook: A Comprehensive Scientific, Ecological, and Conservation Guide to the Biology, Behavior, and Human Coexistence of the

by Manuel Clinton
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Book cover type: Paperback
  • ISBN13: 9798245563763
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
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  • Pages: 114
  • Original Price: USD 12.99
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 164 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Animals / Wildlife

The is one of Asia's most adaptable yet misunderstood carnivores-thriving in remote forests, agricultural landscapes, and even the heart of modern cities. This book offers a definitive, science-based exploration of a species that lives at the intersection of wildlife ecology, human expansion, and ethical debate.

Drawing on contemporary research, conservation biology, and field-based observation, this comprehensive guide examines the masked palm civet's evolutionary origins, physical adaptations, nocturnal behavior, diet, and reproductive biology. It explains how this small carnivore navigates vertical forest strata, exploits fragmented habitats, and maintains ecological relevance through seed dispersal and trophic interactions. Special attention is given to health, disease ecology, and zoonotic considerations, clarifying misconceptions while grounding discussion in a One Health perspective.

Beyond natural history, the book confronts the complex realities of human-civet relationships. Topics include cultural perceptions and folklore, urban coexistence, wildlife conflict, and the global controversy surrounding civet coffee and wildlife trade. The ethical limits of captivity, the realities of zoo and rescue care, and the challenges of rehabilitation are addressed with clarity and scientific rigor.

The final chapters look forward, analyzing conservation status, population pressures, and the difficulties of assessing adaptable species within international frameworks. Modern research tools-camera trapping, GPS telemetry, genetic analysis, and AI-assisted monitoring-are explained in accessible terms, highlighting how science informs effective conservation. The book concludes with practical pathways for coexistence, policy enforcement, citizen science participation, and responsible consumer choices.

Written for wildlife professionals, students, conservationists, and informed general readers, this volume moves beyond myth and sensationalism. It presents the masked palm civet not as a curiosity or commodity, but as a vital component of Asian ecosystems and a compelling model for wildlife survival in a human-dominated world.

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