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Where can I see the Leopard

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A Leopard is a large feline covered with a coat of spotted fur. Its short legs and long body make it easy to distinguish from other cats. The leopard's tail is the longest compared to its body size, and is used for balance.

Another characteristic that differentiates the Leopard from other big cats is its sleek, lithe shape. Despite being built for speed, it has a strong muscular build which makes them agile hunters in trees as well as on ground.

Leopards live mostly in warm climates such as African Savanna or Indian forest, preferring a habitat with dense vegetation where they can easily stalk their prey and hide from predators or human hunters. They are nocturnal animals and hunt at night when their prey is less wary because they have not yet adapted to the darkness.

Because it is a solitary animal, leopards are also difficult to track. This is because they leave very little trace behind after spending time in an area, thus making it easy for them to stay hidden from their prey and potential predators. Leopards have no natural enemies except humans, but they are affected by habitat loss as well as loss of prey (mainly due to hunting). Although this situation does not appear dire right now, conservationists remain vigilant of possible future implications of human activities on these big cats.

Animal population

75,000

Population
IUCN Classification

Vulnerable (VU)

IUCN Classification

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Geeky Facts about the Leopard

Fact 1

They can run at speeds of up to 36 miles (58km) per hour.

Fact 2

They hunt mostly at night and lounge around during the day.

Fact 3

The spots on leopards are distinctive and unique to each animal and are called ‘rosettes’.

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Wildlife Safaris
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Uganda
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2 - Light

5 days from

£2,898 / person

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Gorillas & Plains tour
Gorillas & Plains tour
Gorillas & Plains tour
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Kenya, Uganda & Rwanda
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2 - Light

14 days from

£2,119 / person

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Kinabalu
Kinabalu
Kinabalu
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Borneo
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Small Group
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3 - Average

13 days from

£2,830 / person

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East Africa Overland: Serengeti & Safari Drives
East Africa Overland: Serengeti & Safari Drives
East Africa Overland: Serengeti & Safari Drives
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Uganda, Kenya & Tanzania
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4 - Demanding

19 days from

£4,529 / person

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Remarkable Rwanda
Remarkable Rwanda
Remarkable Rwanda
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Rwanda
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3 - Average

11 days from

£8,401 / person

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3-Days Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Tracking Safari - Budget
3-Days Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Tracking Safari - Budget
3-Days Mountain Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Tracking Safari - Budget
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3 days from

£1,153 / person

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Gorillas In Africa’s Midst
Gorillas In Africa’s Midst
Gorillas In Africa’s Midst
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Rwanda & DR Congo
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10 days from

£6,995 / person

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Cycling Uganda & Rwanda: The Heart of Africa
Cycling Uganda & Rwanda: The Heart of Africa
Cycling Uganda & Rwanda: The Heart of Africa
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Uganda & Rwanda
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3 - Average

15 days from

£4,081 / person

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7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
7 Days Murchison Falls, Semliki & Kibale Forest
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Uganda
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2 - Light

7 days from

£1,881 / person

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15-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Safari
15-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Safari
15-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Safari
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Rwanda & Uganda
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15 days from

£2,938 / person

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Khumbu Classics
Khumbu Classics
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Nepal
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3 - Average

24 days from

£3,995 / person

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Kenya Safari
Kenya Safari
Kenya Safari
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Kenya
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Small Group
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1 - Easy

4 days from

£1,365 / person

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Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro
Kilimanjaro
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Tanzania
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Small Group
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3 - Average

4 days from

£8,780 / person

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Gorillas & Game Parks
Gorillas & Game Parks
Gorillas & Game Parks
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Kenya & Uganda
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Safari Tours
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3 - Average

16 days from

£3,236 / person

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Zambia Walking Safari
Zambia Walking Safari
Zambia Walking Safari
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Zambia
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2 - Light

15 days from

£3,058 / person

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