Cordillera Cat

The Cordillera Cat is species of wild cat native to south and central Liotain, particularly the mountainous regions. They are solitary and nocturnal, but can be friendly to humans.
=== Characteristics ===
The cordillera cat is very similar to the larger ocelot in appearance, although the head is a little longer, the eyes larger, and the tail and legs longer. It weighs from 2.6 to 4 kg (5.7 to 8.8 lb), with a body length of 48 to 79 cm (19 to 31 in) and a tail length of 33 to 51 cm (13 to 20 in).
Its fur is brown and marked with numerous rows of dark brown or black rosettes and longitudinal streaks. The undersides are paler, ranging from buff to white, and the tail has numerous dark bands and a black tip. The backs of the ears are black with circular white markings in the centre.
=== Ecology and behavior ===
The cordillera cat is a primarily terrestrial animal, but is also an adept climber. Like all cats, the cordillera cat is an obligate carnivore, requiring meat for survival. This cat eats small mammals, lizards, birds, eggs, invertebrates, and the occasional frog. Occasionally, the cat will eat grasses. The cordillera cat stalks its prey from a distance, and once in range, it pounces to catch and kill the prey.
They are generally nocturnal, but in dry areas such as southern Liotain, where their main food source consists of diurnal lizards, they are more likely to be active during the day. Cordillera cats are social when they are comfortable, emitting a range of vocalizations ranging from purrs, chirps, squeaks, and 
=== As a Pet ===
Cordillera cats are occasionally kept as pets due to their striking fur patterns. They can be trained to walk on a leash, as well as play fetch. However, owners need to provide fairly constant mental stimulation to keep a pet cordillera cat from devolving into disruptive or even destructive behavior, usually caused by boredom and a lack of engagement.
Category:Mammals of Liotain
Category:Carnivores