Ocelot - Wikipedia
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.
The Ocelot as a Pet: Everything you Need to Know - AnimalWised
Aug 11, 2025 · The ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), from the Leopardus genus and the Family Felidae, is a medium-sized wildcat native to mostly Central and South America. Their most …
Ocelot | Wild Cat Species, Habitat & Diet | Britannica
Oct 16, 2025 · 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 …
11 O-mazing Ocelot Facts - Fact Animal
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 …
Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis) | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Ocelots have both solid and open dark spots which sometimes run in lines along the body. The back of the ears is black with a central yellowy/white band. Solid black spots mark the head …
Ocelot Facts and Pictures | National Geographic Kids
Although the cat is twice the size of an average house cat, ocelots are prey for harpy eagles, pumas, jaguars, and anacondas. Ocelots are nocturnal, meaning they're most active at night. …
Ocelot - Key Facts, Information & Habitat - Animal Corner
The Ocelot (Leopardus pardalis), is also known as the ‘Painted Leopard’, ‘McKenney’s Wildcat’ or ‘Manigordo’ (in Costa Rica). The Ocelot is a wild cat distributed over South America (Argentina …