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Leopard Cat
Felis (Prionalilurus) bengalensis
head and body 25-32 inches, tail 10-14
inches, weight 7-15 pounds |
| This species varies considerably in color and markings. The base color
is anything from gray to red, with light or white underparts. Dark spots
cover the body, and the head is boldly striped with black and white. The
ears are black with white spots. |
| Habitat: Forest
regions of both high and low elevations. |
| Habits: Hunts
both day and night. Mainly arboreal. |
| Prey: Game
birds, small mammals, fish, squirrels, hares. |
| Distribution: Kashmir
east to Siberia, China, and the Philippines. |
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