The ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) is a medium-sized spotted wild cat that reaches 40–50 cm (16–20 in) at the shoulders and weighs between 7 and 15.5 kg (15 and 34 lb) on average. It is native to the southwestern United States, Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean islands of Trinidad and Margarita.

2025年1月17日 · Ocelot, (Felis, or Leopardus, pardalis), spotted cat of the New World, found in lowland areas from Texas southward to northern Argentina. The short, smooth fur is patterned with elongated, black-edged spots that are arranged in chainlike bands.

2018年6月19日 · The Leopardus paradalis, also known commonly as ocelot, became a popular pet among Americans during the 1950's and 1960's, with even celebrities such as Catalan surrealist painter Salvador Dalí adopting them as pets. This leopard-like feline is actually one of the smallest types of wildcat.

These medium-sized cats are native to Central and South America. Ocelots were once highly valued for their fur, leading to a decline in their population numbers. Thankfully, protections illegalizing hunting ocelots have allowed them to bounce back. Read on to learn about the ocelot.

Ocelots are the largest of the small hunting cats of the Americas, and they have a voracious appetite to match. They’ve got some interesting adaptations for jungle living, and do quite well for themselves as long as they have a connected habitat to occupy.

Twice the size of the average house cat, the ocelot is a sleek animal with a gorgeous dappled coat. These largely nocturnal cats use keen sight and hearing to hunt rabbits, rodents, iguanas,...

The Ocelot is a wild cat distributed over South America (Argentina and Venezuela) and Central America and Mexico. It has also been reported as far north as Texas and in Trinidad, Caribbean. The Ocelots appearance is similar to that of the domestic cat.

2024年9月20日 · The Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) is a striking and elusive wildcat native to the Americas. Renowned for its stunning fur patterns and agile hunting skills, the ocelot has fascinated humans for centuries. This in-depth exploration covers everything from its scientific classification to its behavior and relationship with humans.

2022年11月16日 · Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis): a medium-sized cat found from southern Texas to northern Argentina. An ocelot roaming the South Texas brush on East Foundation’s El Sauz Ranch. Credit: © Fin and...

2024年1月28日 · The ocelot, or Leopardus pardalis as it is scientifically named, is a fascinating and elusive species of cat found throughout the Americas. With a gorgeously patterned coat adorned with characteristic rosettes and spots, this medium-sized wild cat is well known for its remarkable beauty.