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
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Do leopards roar?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Are leopards territorial?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Are Suni endangered?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How many muscles does an elephant trunk have?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions communicate well?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Do Suni have any predators?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How fast can impalas run?
Do they attack other predators?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Are lions territorial?
How long do Suni live?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
How fast can cheetahs run?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
How do lions kill their prey?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
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