What type of birds does a fishing cat eat?

Fishing cats are skilled hunters and their diet mainly consists of fish. They are known to eat a variety of freshwater fish, including:

* Small fish: Like minnows, guppies, and catfish.

* Larger fish: Like carp, snakeheads, and even crocodiles (though this is rare).

* Crayfish, crabs, and other crustaceans: These provide a good source of protein and calcium.

While their name suggests they eat only fish, fishing cats are opportunistic feeders and will also eat other animals if the opportunity arises. This can include:

* Birds: They will sometimes hunt birds, particularly water birds like ducks, but this is not a major part of their diet.

* Small mammals: They may also catch rodents, frogs, snakes, and even small mammals like squirrels.

* Insects: They will also consume insects, especially during the dry season when fish are less abundant.

However, fish are by far the most important part of their diet, making up roughly 70% of their food intake.