Tussoir
Protection level:
Vulnerable
Threat level:
XXX
Size:
40-50cm
Habitat:
South Asian jungles
Diet:
Carnivorous
The Tussoir is a predator whose name comes from Anne-Marie Tussoir, first to discover it. They are very discrete, having green coat and scales and a black mane, some exceptions are notable: some individuals having a brownish hue have been observed. Their black mane serves as both a way to impress challengers or predators and during courtship. Male's scales become more shimmering during this season. Parents raise two to three cubs together. The cubs have a more importante mane than adults and usually lighter in colour. Their prehensible tail and sticky hind paws make them great climbers and allow them to hang head down and drop on their preys.