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
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do leopards roar?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are leopards territorial?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
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Do Suni have any predators?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What does a Serval look like?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do lions have enemies?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
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Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Can lions swim?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
How do lions kill their prey?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is an Eland?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
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Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What is an impala?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
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