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Panthera pardus orientalis

Panthera pardus orientalis

The Amur leopard is a beautiful big cat with a thick coat and stunning spots. It lives in the forests of the Russian Far East and is very good at climbing trees!

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Panthera pardus orientalis has a thick, creamy-yellow coat adorned with widely spaced, dark rosettes, unique to each individual. Its long, dense fur is perfectly adapted for the harsh, snowy winters, appearing paler during colder months.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderCarnivoraFamilyFelidaeGenusPanthera
Panthera pardus orientalis
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Panthera pardus orientalis

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Rare

Danger

5/5 · Extreme

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Interesting facts

Amur leopards are mostly solitary, meeting only to mate and raise cubs.

An Amur leopard can drag prey three times its own weight up into a tree!

Their rosette patterns are like fingerprints; no two leopards are exactly alike!

They communicate using growls, hisses, and even a unique raspy 'sawing' sound.

Special abilities

Ability

Winter Warrior

Panthera pardus orientalis has extra-long, thick fur that helps them stay warm even in freezing, snowy environments.

Ability

Shadow Stalker

Panthera pardus orientalis can blend perfectly into its forest surroundings because of its spotted coat, making it nearly invisible.

Ability

Super Sprinter

Panthera pardus orientalis can reach speeds of 60 km/h, which helps them quickly catch agile prey like deer.

Ability

Tree Climber

Panthera pardus orientalis can quickly climb trees, which helps them escape danger and stash their prey safely.

Measurements & details

Length
107-136 cm
Weight
25-48 kg
Lifespan
10-15 years
Top Speed
60 km/h
Litter Size
1-4
Gestation
90-105 days

Diet & Feeding

A meat-eater, hunting deer, wild boar, and other small mammals in its forest home.

Primary Foods

  • Sika Deer
  • Roe Deer
  • Wild Boar
  • Hare
  • Badger

Foraging Method

  • Ambush

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Amur LeopardSiberian Leopard

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Safety

Danger

5/5 · Extreme

Amur leopards are wild animals and should be admired from a safe distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Panthera pardus orientalis?

107-136 cm

How much does Panthera pardus orientalis weigh?

25-48 kg

How long does Panthera pardus orientalis live?

10-15 years

How fast can Panthera pardus orientalis move?

60 km/h

What does Panthera pardus orientalis eat?

A meat-eater, hunting deer, wild boar, and other small mammals in its forest home.

Where is Panthera pardus orientalis usually found?

Forests

How does Panthera pardus orientalis hunt?

Ambush

How many babies does Panthera pardus orientalis usually have?

1-4

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