Zoology of the ZooPl. CXCV
Leopard
Panthera pardus
Mammalia · Carnivora · Felidae
Fig. 1. Leopard
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 0.6-0.7 m at the shoulder |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 30-90 kg |
| Food | Antelope, monkeys, wild pigs |
| Lifespan | About 12-17 years (est.) |
| Society | Solitary |
| Habitat | forest, grassland, mountain |
| Range | Africa, Asia |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
The only big cat found in both Africa and Asia. Leopards haul kills into trees, out of reach of lions and hyenas. Rosettes have no central spot (jaguars have one).
Observe: Watch the tail hanging below a branch.