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 does the leopard diet consist of?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
Are leopards territorial?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
Is leopard cub mortality high?
Do leopards roar?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions move around during the day?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
How big do Klipspringers get?
Do leopards roar?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs territorial?
What do Suni eat?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
How fast can impalas run?
How do elephants use their tusks?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Are Elands dangerous?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
How long do Blue wildebeest live?
What is a Serval?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What are the Thick Tailed Bushbabies enemies?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What is a hippo?
Can lions climb trees?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
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