northern tiger cat (leopardus tigrinus) in These cats inhabit a range of environments, including tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.
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  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    northern tiger cat

  • Regions

    BoliviaBrazilColombia

  • Population

    9,000

  • Habitat

    These cats inhabit a range of environments, including tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and scrublands.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    1.5 to 3 kilograms and 10 to 12 years

Regions

Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Panama, Peru, Suriname, Venezuela, Costa Rica

The Northern Tiger Cat (Leopardus tigrinus), also known as the Oncilla, is a small wild cat species found in various habitats across its range. With distinctive spotted fur and a slender build, the Northern Tiger Cat is a remarkable feline species now facing declines in its population.

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