Margay
Leopardus wiedii
- Not Evaluated
- Data Deficient
- Least Concern
- Near Threatened
- Vulnerable
- Endangered
- Critically Endangered
- Extinct in the Wild
- Extinct
Originating from South America, the Margay is considered one of the most mysterious members of the cat family. Similar in size to a small domestic cat, the Margay’s coat is brown and yellow with dark spots and stripes throughout. A fully protected species following a period of hunting and severe exploitation, the IUCN list the species as ‘near threatened’.
Native Range → |
South America and Mexico |
Natural Habitat → |
Forest regions |
Diet → |
Carnivorous |
Life Expectancy → |
Unknown in the wild. Up to 20 years in zoos |
Breeding → |
1-2 kittens from a 76-84 day gestation period |
Group Name → |
Unknown |
Active Hours → |
Night, dusk and dawn |
Threats → |
Loss of habitat, hunting |
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