A Leopard is a large feline covered with a coat of spotted fur. Its short legs and long body make it easy to distinguish from other cats. The leopard's tail is the longest compared to its body size, and is used for balance.
Another characteristic that differentiates the Leopard from other big cats is its sleek, lithe shape. Despite being built for speed, it has a strong muscular build which makes them agile hunters in trees as well as on ground.
Leopards live mostly in warm climates such as African Savanna or Indian forest, preferring a habitat with dense vegetation where they can easily stalk their prey and hide from predators or human hunters. They are nocturnal animals and hunt at night when their prey is less wary because they have not yet adapted to the darkness.
Because it is a solitary animal, leopards are also difficult to track. This is because they leave very little trace behind after spending time in an area, thus making it easy for them to stay hidden from their prey and potential predators. Leopards have no natural enemies except humans, but they are affected by habitat loss as well as loss of prey (mainly due to hunting). Although this situation does not appear dire right now, conservationists remain vigilant of possible future implications of human activities on these big cats.
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