Is leopard cub mortality high?
Cub mortality is fairly high and is estimated at 50% in the Kruger Park. Cubs left alone by the mother are sometimes killed by lions, hyenas, jackals, and even African wild dogs. Pythons could also be a factor.
More frequently asked questions on the Leopard
Are leopards territorial?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do leopards roar?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
Do leopards mark their territories?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
When do leopard cubs become independent?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
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Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
How do elephants use their tusks?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What do Elands eat?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
How long do Suni live?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Do lions have enemies?
Can the female lion roar?
What do Aardwolves eat?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Brown Hyenas dangerous?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What are lions breeding habits?
How often do elephants give birth?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How big can hippos get?
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