When do leopard cubs become independent?
Young leopards can become independent at the young age of a year but often stay with the mother until they are about two years old in order to learn all the skills required for their survival. Full maturity is reached at about three years.
More frequently asked questions on the Leopard
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Do leopards roar?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are leopards territorial?
Do leopards mark their territories?
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Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
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