Clouded Leopard

Clouded Leopard

Scientific Name Neofelis nebulosa

Classification – Neofelis

Gender Names – Male – leopard; Female – leopardess; Baby – cub

Collective Noun – Leap, prowl

Length/Size – 60cm – 110cm (24in – 43in)

Weight – 11kg – 30kg (24lbs – 66lbs)

Top Speed – 64kph (40mph)

Life Expectancy – 11-17 years; up to 20 in captivity

Mating Season  In any month

Gestation Period – 93 days

Special Features  Dark cloud-like markings all over the body

Social Structure – Live a solitary lifestyle and form mating pairs during breeding

Geographical Distribution – South-east Asia

Natural Habitat – Dense tropical forest and jungle

World Population – Less than 10,000

Conservation Status –Vulnerable

Diet – Rodents, Monkeys, Deer

Predators – Tigers, other leopards, humans