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Margay
Leopardus wiedii (Schinz, 1821)
Scene:
Near Concordia in Sinaloa, MexicoBackground artist:
Robert Russell ReidMargays are notable for their climbing prowess in trees. They are capable of hind-foot reversal, and may suspend themselves from their rear feet during descent like a squirrel. Active during day and night. Leopardus wiedii appears to be asocial, with temporary pair bonds formed during the breeding season. Home range size 5 to 15 square miles.
Biological Information
Range:
Northeastern Mexico to southern Panama and south to northern Argentina
Habitat:
Wet savanna, tropical rain forest and deciduous tropical forest
Status:
Endangered
Diet:
Monkeys, squirrels, sloths, rats, birds, reptiles and amphibians
Further information about this species may be found on the Animal Diversity Web page for margay.