Ocelot - Wikipedia
WEBThe ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) is a medium-sized spotted wild cat that reaches 40–50 cm (16–20 in) at the shoulders and weighs between 7 and 15.5 kg (15 and 34 lb) on average. It is native to the southwestern United States, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Margarita.
Ocelot - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
WEBThese medium-sized cats are native to Central and South America. Ocelots were once highly valued for their fur, leading to a decline in their population numbers. Thankfully, …
Ocelot | Wild Cat Species, Habitat & Diet | Britannica
WEBAug 13, 2024 · ocelot, (Felis, or Leopardus, pardalis), spotted cat of the New World, found in lowland areas from Texas southward to northern Argentina. The short, smooth fur is patterned with elongated, black-edged spots that are arranged in chainlike bands.
Ocelot - Key Facts, Information & Habitat
WEBThe Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), is also known as the ‘Painted Leopard’, ‘McKenney’s Wildcat’ or ‘Manigordo’ (in Costa Rica). The Ocelot is a wild cat distributed over South America (Argentina and Venezuela) and Central America and Mexico.
Ocelot | National Geographic
WEBDiscover more about this gorgeous cat. Learn how these efficient predators make short work of their unfortunate prey.
Ocelot Facts and Pictures - National Geographic Kids
WEBThe rodent probably never saw this wild cat coming. Its unique spotted coat helps it blend into the forest while it hunts for prey. The ocelot's camouflage also helps protect it as it sleeps...
Ocelot - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
WEBThe ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) is a medium-sized wild cat that was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. The association of the ocelot with humans dates back to the Aztec and Incan civilizations; it has occasionally been kept as a pet.
Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) - Lifestyle, Diet, and More - Wildlife ...
WEBSep 1, 2022 · The ocelot is a medium-length wild cat of the Americas with an appearance not unlike the leopard. In comparison, housecats would be half their size. Ocelots are gracious wild cats and have a striking appearance. The fur ranges from gray to golden brown, though it’s often on the golden side.
Ocelot Fact Sheet | Blog | Nature | PBS
WEBNov 16, 2022 · Ocelots are members of the cat family. They are medium-sized cats with beautiful fur coats that resemble that of a jaguar or leopard. Their coats are covered with a pattern of rosettes, stripes...
Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
WEBOverview. Ground colours of the short fur of the ocelot, varies from creamy, or tawny yellow, to reddish grey and grey. The underside of the body, tail, and insides of the limbs is whitish. Rather more blotched than spotted, the chain-like spots are bordered with black.