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
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Are leopards territorial?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Do leopards roar?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
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Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What is a hippo?
Do Suni have any predators?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
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Do lions scavenge?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
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What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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Do leopards roar?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are Suni social animals?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
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What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Can lions climb trees?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are Suni endangered?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
Why do some males have black manes?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
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What is an Aardwolf?
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