Geoffroy's cat Facts
Leopardus geoffroyi
Geoffroy's cat (Leopardus geoffroyi) is a small wild cat native to the southern and central regions of South America. It is around the size of a domestic cat.
- Lifespan
- Up to 23 years (maximum recorded longevity)
Geoffroy's cat Facts at a Glance
Geoffroy's cat (Leopardus geoffroyi) is a small wild cat native to the southern and central regions of South America. It is around the size of a domestic cat.
It belongs to the family Felidae in the order Carnivora. This profile is designed as a concise starting point; the source names below document the review basis.
Geoffroy's cat Conservation Status
Geoffroy's cat is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Lifespan
- Up to 23 years (maximum recorded longevity)
- Weight
- 5,157.94 g
Fun facts
- Geoffroy's cats have been observed to stand up on their hind legs to scan the surrounding landscape and use their tail as a support, an unusual behaviour among cats.
- It is able to climb trees but rarely does, except to leave faeces to scent mark its territory.
- The breeding season for Geoffroy's cats lasts from October to March.
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