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
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
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Do leopards mark their territories?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do leopards roar?
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