Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Leopards do this to safeguard their prey from other predators such as lions, African wild-dog and hyenas. These predators have been known to drive a leopard off its kill in order to obtain the food.
More frequently asked questions on the Leopard
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are leopards territorial?
Do leopards roar?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What do Elands eat?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Do elephants have good memories?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions swim?
Is the cheetah a true cat?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
How often do elephants give birth?
What is a Honey Badger?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What is a Suni?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
What does a Serval look like?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
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