Leopard cat
The leopard cat (Prionailurus bengalensis) is a carnivorous mammal native to Asia.
The leopard cat is a small wild cat with dark spots on the tawny-coloured body and limbs. It has two dark stripes running from the eyes to the ears and smaller white streaks running from the eyes to the nose, and two to four rows of elongated spots along its back. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Prionailurus bengalensis
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Felidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Asia
- Weight
- 3 kg
- Length
- 68 cm
- Lifespan
- 17 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a leopard cat eat?
The leopard cat is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a leopard cat?
The leopard cat weighs around 3 kg and measures about 68 cm.
How long do leopard cats live?
In the wild, the leopard cat can live up to about 17 years.
Where do leopard cats live?
Leopard cats are found in Asia, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the leopard cat endangered?
The leopard cat is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.