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
Do leopards roar?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Do leopards mark their territories?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards territorial?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Do baboons migrate?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What is a Suni?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is an impala?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Can lions swim?
How big do Klipspringers get?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Can the female lion roar?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are impalas endangered?
Are Suni endangered?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
When do young lions become independent?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What do Aardwolves eat?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are hippos dangerous?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Can visitors interact with the mammals in Kruger National Park?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
Why do some males have black manes?
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