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
What are the leopards breeding habits?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
Do leopards roar?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Are leopards territorial?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the best time of day to see Elands in Kruger National Park?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are Suni endangered?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
What do Elands eat?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do lions move around during the day?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are honey badgers dangerous?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
How big do Serval get?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is a Honey Badger?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are Suni social animals?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can lions climb trees?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Do elephants have a dominant tusk?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What is an Eland?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Do lions often become man eaters?
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