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The contribution of the civet cat to coffee is unlike virtually every other contribution of every other animal known to humankind. In fact, it is what could be considered antithetical to most other contributions. The civet cat is the only mammal of which I am aware whose contribution to civilization lies within that which it cannot help but produce, and this daily.

Specifically, one of the main components of the Asian Palm Civet's diet is coffee in its cherry form. The civet does with the coffee what any mammal does with one of the main components of its diet [it eats it], after which what happens to that component is what happens to any of the main components of anyone's diet after they've been eaten [it is digested, it leaves the body of the animal]. After the coffee has left the animal's body it is then, and only then, harvested to be made into the coffee known as Kopi Luwak--which is the most expensive coffee in the world.

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What do you get from civet cat?

Unfortunately there are two items that are created from use of the civet cat. Fortunately, only one of these can be considered inhumanely harvested--and that use is being eliminated as the chemical received can now be synthetically synthesized. Civets are the source for one of the oldest components of perfume known. This would be a musklike substance called civetone. And this would also be the use of civets that is, thankfully, being eliminated. On the other hand, what brings the civet its current fame is its use in coffee production. For this, however, the civet needs only eat and digest the fruit of the coffee plant. What is harvested is not a part of the animal's body--just the coffee beans that remain post-digestion.


What is the common palm civet?

Oh dear. Since I think this response is to the same person who asked me if civets have hooves [no], I guess I better start from the beginning. The common palm civet is a medium sized land mammal, family Viverridae. It is also known as the Asian palm civet [Paradoxurus hermaphroditus]. Yes, it is the one from which is derived Kopi Luwak.


What is a baby civet called?

Oh, dude, a baby civet is called a "kitten." Yeah, just like those adorable little fluff balls that meow and knock stuff off your shelves. So, next time you see a baby civet, you can be like, "Hey, look at that cute kitten!" Just make sure you don't mix them up with actual kittens, unless you're into exotic pets, I guess.


How many legs does a civet have?

A civet is a lovely medium sized mammal of the family Viverridae. There are several different genera and more than several different species. Each looks something like a cat with a smidgen of, say, an ermine or ferret mixed in along with a little bit of lemur. As such--and as is common to all mammals--unless there has been some sort of untoward accident, a civet has four legs.


Is a banded palm civet a carnivore or a herbivore or an omnivore?

A banded palm civet is an omnivore, meaning it consumes both plant matter and small animals/insects. It typically eats fruits, insects, and small mammals.

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What is the coffee that comes from the dung of a civet cat?

Kopi Luwak or civet coffee .


What do you get from civet cat?

Unfortunately there are two items that are created from use of the civet cat. Fortunately, only one of these can be considered inhumanely harvested--and that use is being eliminated as the chemical received can now be synthetically synthesized. Civets are the source for one of the oldest components of perfume known. This would be a musklike substance called civetone. And this would also be the use of civets that is, thankfully, being eliminated. On the other hand, what brings the civet its current fame is its use in coffee production. For this, however, the civet needs only eat and digest the fruit of the coffee plant. What is harvested is not a part of the animal's body--just the coffee beans that remain post-digestion.


What animal from the cat family eats cocoa beans then poops them out and people use it to make coffee?

Kopi luwak is the world’s most expensive coffee. The main factor of it’s high price is the uncommon method of producing such a coffee. It is produced from the coffee beans which have been digested by a certain Indonesian cat-like animal called then palm civet or also civet cat. This is the reason kopi luwak is also called cat poop coffee or civet cat coffee. The feces of this cat will be collected, finished and sold as kopi luwak. The coffee fruit is digested by the animal but the seed (or bean) passes through the animal undigested and is excreted in the feces.


Is a African Civet a cat?

A civet is a mammal which is somewhat like a weasel, and despite the name, it is not actually a cat at all. Some people eat them, while some keep them as pets. Some coffee growers use them to create a unique blend of coffee. They let them eat Arabica coffee "cherries" and then collect the coffee beans from their excrement. The coffee beans are completely cleaned and then roasted. Aficionados claim that the digestive process of the civet cats removes some of the bitterness and makes the coffee smoother. However, such coffee goes for at least $20 a cup, and critics say it is actually bad coffee and only sells for the novelty value.


Who is a Silky cat shaped mammal with spots?

It is a Civet. (Civet Cat)


What do Civet cat do?

Civet cats are from the Viverridae family found in Africa and they are mainly nocturnal animals. They eat mainly fruit including coffee fruit, mango fruit, and rambutans.


What is the process of producing cat poop coffee in Vietnam and why is it considered a delicacy?

Cat poop coffee, also known as civet coffee, is produced in Vietnam by feeding coffee cherries to civet cats. The cats digest the cherries, and enzymes in their stomachs ferment the beans. The beans are then collected from the cat's feces, cleaned, roasted, and brewed into coffee. This process is considered a delicacy because the fermentation process is said to enhance the flavor of the coffee beans, resulting in a smooth and unique taste that is highly sought after by coffee connoisseurs.


Is civet coffee good for consumption?

Civet coffee, also known as kopi luwak, is a type of coffee made from beans that have been eaten and excreted by civet cats. While some people enjoy the unique flavor of civet coffee, there are ethical concerns about the treatment of the animals involved in its production. Additionally, there is no scientific evidence to suggest that civet coffee offers any significant health benefits compared to regular coffee. Ultimately, the decision to consume civet coffee is a personal choice that should take into consideration both ethical and health considerations.


What do Civet cat eat?

Civet cats are from the Viverridae family found in Africa and they are mainly nocturnal animals. They eat mainly fruit including coffee fruit, mango fruit, and rambutans.


How do you use the word civet in a sentence?

The Civet is a cat-like mammal .


What is an american civet cat?

The American civet cat is a type or ring tailed cat like creature. They are closely related to the skunk and raccoon.


What is the taste of civet coffee like?

Civet coffee has a unique taste that is often described as smooth, rich, and earthy with hints of chocolate and caramel notes.