Margay
The margay (Leopardus wiedii) is a carnivorous mammal native to South America and North America.
The margay is a small wild cat native to Mexico, Central and South America. A solitary and nocturnal felid, it lives mainly in primary evergreen and deciduous forest. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Leopardus wiedii
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Felidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- South America, North America
- Weight
- 3 kg
- Length
- 60 cm
- Lifespan
- 24 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Near Threatened
What does a margay eat?
The margay is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is a margay?
The margay weighs around 3 kg and measures about 60 cm.
How long do margays live?
In the wild, the margay can live up to about 24 years.
Where do margays live?
Margays are found in South America and North America, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the margay endangered?
The margay is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.