What is another word for arctictis?
Pronunciation: [ɑːktˈɪktiz] (IPA) 
Arctictis, also known as the binturong or bearcat, is a mammal native to Southeast Asia. Synonyms for the word Arctictis include the Asian bearcat, the Palawan binturong, and the Malay bear. These synonyms are often used interchangeably to refer to this unique and fascinating animal species. The binturong is known for its highly distinctive scent, often likened to that of buttered popcorn or corn chips. Despite its name, the binturong is not closely related to either bears or cats, but rather in its own family, the Viverridae, which includes civets and genets.
