Leopard Cat

The leopard cat is a small species of wild cats. It is about the same size as a house cat, and has similar   patterns to the leopard or ocelot. The leopard cat has tan to brown fur and black stripes down its head that turn into spots. 

They have a slight webbing in their feet which makes them a good swimmers, they are also good climbers. They live in Southeast Asia, in a jungles, scrubs, and woodlands. They are solitary cats and are nocturnal. 

The leopard cat preys on smaller animals such as rodents, birds, lizards, and frogs. It's natural predators are tigers, leopards, wild dogs, and large snakes. 

The mother leopard cat gives birth to 2 to 4 kittens which leave her at 10 months old. They will live for about 10 to 13 years. 

They are listed as least concern but they are being hunted for their fur. 

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