5 lesser-known wild animals of Northeast India

Five lesser-known wild animals of Northeast India showcase the region's diverse biodiversity. The binturong, or bearcat, is an arboreal mammal with shaggy black fur and a prehensile tail. The Phayre's leaf monkey, identifiable by paler rings around its eyes and mouth, feeds on leaves, shoots and flowers. The pygmy hog, one of the world's smallest and rarest wild pigs, relies on tall grasslands in Assam.

The Asian golden cat, a medium-sized wild cat, is rarely seen due to its elusive nature. The Bengal slow loris, a nocturnal primate with large eyes, navigates the forest canopy with deliberate movements.