What is another word for bassariscus?
Pronunciation: [bˈasɑːɹˌɪskəs] (IPA) 
Bassariscus is a genus of small carnivorous mammals that are native to North and Central America. The genus includes two separate species: the ring-tailed cat and the cacomistle. These species are often referred to by different colloquial names depending on their location, such as "miner's cat" in the western United States or "coon cat" in parts of Mexico. The name "ring-tailed cat" comes from the animal's distinctive black and white striped tail, while "cacomistle" is a term derived from the Nahuatl language meaning "half cat". Regardless of their name, these creatures are fascinating and unique members of the animal kingdom.
