Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Leopards do this to safeguard their prey from other predators such as lions, African wild-dog and hyenas. These predators have been known to drive a leopard off its kill in order to obtain the food.
More frequently asked questions on the Leopard
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do leopards roar?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are leopards territorial?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
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What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
What is an Aardwolf?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is a hippo?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What do Suni eat?
What do Elands eat?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do elephants have good memories?
What is the general behaviour of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do leopards roar?
Are impalas endangered?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What do porcupines eat?
Are leopards territorial?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Do lions scavenge?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
When do young lions become independent?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How long do Suni live?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
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