Problem
Threatened species of Prionailurus rubiginosus
Other Names:
Threatened species of Rusty-spotted cat Nature:
Deforestation and the spread of cultivation are thought to be the principle threats to the rusty spotted cat. Hybridization with domestic cats may also be a threat.
Incidence:
Prionailurus rubiginosus is considered as "Near Threatened" by the IUCN. CITES lists the species as "Appendix 1" for the Indian Population and "Appendix 2" for the Sri Lankan Population.
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Prionailurus Subject(s):
Birds, Mammals → CarnivoresSocietal Problems → Endangered species
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
24.09.2020 – 00:52 CEST