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Leopardus pardalis (Linnaeus, 1758)
Ocelots are the largest member of the genus Leopardus. They weigh between 8.5 and 16 kg, are between 65 and 97 cm long, and males are considerably larger than females. Their pelage is shorter and less soft and thick than their close relative, the margay (Leopardus wiedii). Their ventral pelage is white and their dorsal pelage ranges from off-white to tawny-yellow to reddish-gray. Pelage coloration varies with habitat, as ocelots from arid scrub regions have grayer coats than those found in tropical forests. Entirely black individuals have been seen but are rare. http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/si...
Ocelots are found in a variety of habitats, including tropical forests, savannah grasslands, mangrove forests and marshes, and thorn scrub regions. They generally live at elevations below 1,200 m, but have been sighted at 3,800 m as well. Their primary habitat requirement is dense vegetative cover. http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/si...
Spotted on Jun 8, 2008
Submitted on Jul 9, 2011
7 Comments
Yes is not an oncilla, oncillas are smaller.
I think is not at all rare, they sometimes use human paths. According to habitat and threats description on IUCN Ocelot has been described as being tolerant of disturbed habitat and persists in wooded patches near human settlements.
I made a mistake is an ocelot, I was reviewing the literature and descriptions correspond more to ocelot. I don´t know what subspecie.
what a cute Oncilla. they are rare in nature, aren´t they?
Hello, no is a native who holds him.
Cute! Are you holding him?
Very beautiful..!!