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 territorial?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Do leopards mark their territories?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do leopards roar?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
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Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is an impala?
How often do elephants give birth?
How do spotted hyenas hunt?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
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How long do African Lions sleep on average?
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What is the lifespan of a baboon?
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How fast can impalas run?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What does a Serval look like?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Can lions swim?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
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