noun
- a small carnivorous mammal of Southeast Asia and Africa, related to civets, with a long tail and spotted or striped fur
Usage: zoology
Examples
- The banded linsang is native to the forests of Southeast Asia.
- Researchers studied the nocturnal hunting behavior of the African linsang.
- The linsang’s spotted coat provides excellent camouflage in the forest.
- Wildlife photographers rarely capture images of the elusive linsang.
- The linsang uses its long tail for balance while climbing trees.
- Conservation efforts focus on protecting the linsang’s forest habitat.