26/02/2024

Ocelot (Leopardus Pardalis)

Spotted at Sophia Point, this striking ocelot. The ocelot, a medium-sized spotted cat, is efficient at climbing, leaping and swimming. It prefers areas close to water sources with dense vegetation cover and high prey availability. It preys on small terrestrial mammals, such as armadillos, opossums, and lagomorphs. It is typically active during twilight and at night and tends to be solitary and territorial.

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