Clouded Leopard

Neofelis nebulosa

A powerful and robust build, short legs, large feet, and a long tail allow the clouded leopard to expertly navigate the forest canopy. It is able to climb down tree trunks headfirst, travel across horizontal branches while hanging beneath them, and hang from branches with its hind feet.

Fact File

Length: 2 to 3.5 ft
Weight: 24 to 44 lbs
Lifespan: Up to 17 yrs in captivity
Habitat: Tropical and subtropical forest, grassland, and wetland
Diet: Primates, deer, wild boar, porcupines, small mammals, and birds
Status: Species at Risk (IUCN—Vulnerable)

My What Big Teeth You Have :

The clouded leopard has the longest canines relative to body size of any cat, enabling it to catch relatively large prey.

Range:

Southeastern Asia

Climbing for Clouded Leopards

Join the Cincinnati Zoo at Climb Time of Blue Ash on Saturday, November 15 from 1 - 5 pm and help support the Clouded Leopard Project.