Indian Leopard

Panthera pardus fusca
Indian Leopard

Overview

Leopards are highly adaptable predators that use trees, rocky terrain and dense vegetation for cover.

Habitat

Forests, scrub, hills and some human-dominated landscapes.

Diet

Carnivore; prey varies with habitat.

Behaviour

Mostly solitary, secretive and mainly active at night.

Distribution

Indian subcontinent.

Conservation status

Verify current assessment

Interesting facts

Leopards are strong climbers and can carry prey into trees.

Conservation status and species facts should be verified against authoritative sources before publication.

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