A medium-sized wild cat native to the Americas, characterized by a beautifully patterned coat and remarkable adaptability to diverse habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, marshes across Central and South America, ranging from Arizona (USA) to northern Argentina, elevation range 0-3,500 meters
Ecological Role
Key predator in ecosystem, controlling rodent and small prey populations, maintaining ecological balance in tropical forest environments
Morphology
SKIN COATDistinctive leopard-like rosette pattern in black/brown/gray on yellow or tan background, providing excellent camouflage
LIMBS WINGSMuscular limbs, retractable claws, padded paws for silent movement
HEAD SENSORYLarge rounded ears, excellent night vision, sensitive whiskers for spatial navigation
BODY STRUCTURECompact feline body, weighing 8-18 kg, body length 65-100 cm, tail length 30-45 cm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Giles Laurent
