Iriomote wildcat

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:Wildcat
gptkbp:activity_pattern active at night
gptkbp:aroma uses urine and scratch marks
gptkbp:behavior nocturnal
gptkbp:breeding_behavior in captivity for conservation
gptkbp:climate_adaptation adapted to humid subtropical climate
gptkbp:climate_impact vulnerable to climate change effects.
gptkbp:climbing_ability excellent climber
gptkbp:coloration dark brown with spots
gptkbp:community_involvement local communities engaged in conservation efforts
gptkbp:conservation_efforts habitat restoration projects
gptkbp:conservation_status Endangered
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of wildlife conservation in Japan
gptkbp:diet gptkb:carnivore
small mammals and birds
gptkbp:ecological_role controls small mammal populations
gptkbp:endemic_to gptkb:Japan
gptkbp:first_described_by gptkb:1967
gptkbp:fossil_record related to ancient felids
gptkbp:genetic_diversity low genetic diversity
gptkbp:genetic_studies ongoing studies to improve conservation strategies
gptkbp:gestation_period about 60 to 70 days
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:Iriomote_Island
subtropical forests
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Iriomote wildcat
gptkbp:hunting_technique stalk and ambush
dusk and dawn
gptkbp:is_monitored_by tracking population health
gptkbp:is_protected_by gptkb:Iriomote_National_Park
gptkbp:length about 50 to 70 cm
gptkbp:lifespan up to 10 years in the wild
gptkbp:local_names gptkb:Iriomote_nyanko
gptkbp:number_of_kittens 1 to 4 kittens per litter
gptkbp:population about 250 individuals
gptkbp:predators none, apex predator in its habitat
gptkbp:public_awareness educational programs in schools
conservation campaigns ongoing
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Asian_golden_cat
Leopard cat
gptkbp:reproduction breeds once a year
gptkbp:research_status studied for conservation efforts
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Prionailurus_iriomotensis
gptkbp:social_structure solitary
gptkbp:tail_length about 20 cm
gptkbp:territorial_behavior marks territory with scent
gptkbp:threats gptkb:invasive_species
habitat loss
human encroachment
road accidents
inbreeding depression
gptkbp:tourism_impact eco-tourism promotes awareness
gptkbp:vocalization various sounds including growls and meows
gptkbp:water_source prefers areas near streams
gptkbp:weight 3.5 to 5.5 kg
gptkbp:wildlife established to connect habitats
laws in place to protect habitats
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Iriomote_Island
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6