A small carnivorous mammal (also called ring-tailed cat or cacomistle) native to North and Central America, with a bushy tail and cat-like appearance.
From the genus name Bassariscus, which itself comes from classical mythology. The common name 'bassarisk' entered English through naturalist literature in the 19th century.
Bassarisks are super adaptable—they hunt in trees and on the ground, eat almost anything, and have made successful homes in suburban areas, making them one of the underrated success stories of North American wildlife.
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