Leopards Panthera Pardus Ranging from Africa to China, India to Russia, these cats are very adaptable. Leopards are solitary creatures, who depend solely on themselves for their survival. They are not affectionate and can become quite agressive. They hunt at night and prefer to eat monkeys, birds and other smaller animals, however, they will kill antelope and young zebras. They hide their kill in trees from lions and other animals.
Leopards are awesome in their extreme beauty and power.
They are very muscular and can stalk, pounce and drag their prey effortlessly. Their average weight is between 80 and 200 pounds, measuring about 2 feet tall and 5 feet long. Truely a cunning and unique creature. Their spotted patterned body serves as a perfect camoufloge whether in a tree or out in the open. Lions have been known to kill leopard cubs and leave them.