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Binturong

About Binturong
The binturong is one of a few carnivorous mammals that has a prehensile tail. It uses its tail to climb through Asia''s tropical forests in search of wood. Binturongs are also very good swimmers.

What is this animal's name?	Binturong
What class is this animal assigned to?	mammals
What does this animal eat?	Insects and birds
Where did this animal live?	Southeast Asia