Cacomistle

Cacomistle

The cacomistle is a relative of the raccoon. With a ringed tail reaching up to 17 inches in length, the similarities between the cacomistle and the raccoon are apparent. The body of the cacomistle is long and slender, reaching up to 2 1/2 feet in length. The fur is soft brown in colour, with whitish underparts. This fur is quite valuable and is sold under the name of California mink or civet cat fur. The ears of the cacomistle are quite large, resembling those of a fox. MORE! [BM] {FW}