Animal Perfume

Do you know of an animal that is used for perfume?
That's the binturong, or Palawan bearcat. This animal has a tiny sac or gland near its tail that contains civet (say: si-vet). Civet is a valuable odorous substance used as a base for the world's most expensive perfumes.
The binturong looks cuddly because of its kick black fur. But it can be ferocious when it is cornered. It lives long - up to 20 years.
The binturong has a long body and a pointed face. It measures 61 to 96 centimeters long. It weighs 9 to 14 kilograms. It has long tail, which it uses for climbing trees.
This animal is nocturnal (active at night). It feeds on fruits and meat. It lives in deep forests, but may also go out in open areas when it looks for food.
It is hunted for its fur and meat. The fur is used in making caps, wraps, and coats and is even used as decor. That's why its number is decreasing.
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