| Leopard Cat Prionailurus bengalensis |
Size: females 2.5-3 kg (6-7 lbs) ; males 3-4 kg (7-8 lbs).
Habitat: Tropical rainforest to montane coniferous forest. Avoids deep snow and arid areas.
Primary prey: Hares, rodents, fish, and young deer.
Conservation Status: Stable.
Principal threats: Excessive hunting for the fur trade.
Distribution: southeastern Asia.
Notable Features: Although leopard cat numbers appear to be stable, there is some concern that they are being overhunted. A project is underway to design a sustainable management program for this cat.
| Amur subspecies of the Leopard Cat. Most representatives of this species have leopard-like spots. |
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