Mysterious Red Carnivore Found in Borneo Forest

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A mysterious red furry creature captured on film in Borneo's forests may represent a new species of carnivore, according to researchers from WWF. The animal, slightly larger than a domestic cat, features dark red fur and a long bushy tail, with physical traits suggesting it is a meat-eater, possibly related to martens or civets. The creature's shape includes a pointed snout, small ears, and powerful hind legs. While the discovery has generated excitement about the potential identification of a new mammalian species, there remains uncertainty regarding its classification.
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A mysterious red furry creature, captured on film in the dense forests of Borneo, could be a new species of carnivore.

The mammal, which is slightly larger than a domestic cat, has dark red fur and a long, bushy tail. It was snapped twice at night by a camera trap set up by researchers from the conservation group WWF.

Its general shape – with a possibly pointed snout, small ears, and large powerful hind legs – suggests it is a meat-eater. It has some similarities with martens or civets and could belong to these groups, or it may belong to an entirely new group, says WWF.[continued with photo]
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