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