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
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Are leopards territorial?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do leopards roar?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Elands dangerous?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Do lions eat carrion?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do Suni have any predators?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Are leopards territorial?
What does a Serval eat?
Are Mountain Reedbucks dangerous?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
How long do Suni live?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
What is a Brown Hyena?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do Brown Hyenas live in packs?
When do young lions become independent?
Can the female lion roar?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
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