What Is the Flat-Headed Cat?
The flat-headed cat (Prionailurus planiceps) is a small wild cat native to Southeast Asia. It has a distinctively flattened skull, a long body, and short legs, which help it hunt fish and frogs in dense wetlands.
Habitat and Diet
This cat lives in lowland tropical forests, swamps, and riverine areas, often near water. Its diet consists mainly of fish, frogs, and crustaceans, and it is considered one of the most fish-specialized cats in the world.
Conservation Status
The flat-headed cat is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss from deforestation and wetland drainage. Learn more about its conservation status and threats from the IUCN Red List.
