What Does Kinkajou Mean?
The word kinkajou is defined as an arboreal mammal that eats fruit. It is native to tropical Central America and South America. It has a long tail which is prehensile. It is also known as a potto, which is a kind of lemur. The kinkajou is scientifically known as the Potos flavus. It is also known as the Honey Bear. It is a mammal that lives in the rainforest habitat and is active at night. It is related to the raccoon and the ringtail. It is the only member of the genus Potos. An average adult kinkajou weighs approximately between two and three kilograms. It is officially classified in the order Carnivora. It has sharp teeth. In captivity, kinkajous mainly eat honey, but in the wild, kinkajous are only known to feed on fruit. The kinkajou was recently in the news when actress-socialite Paris Hilton’s pet kinkajou, named Baby Luv, bit Hilton on the arm. Baby Luv was Hilton’s regular companion to parties and events before the incident.
