Fact Sheet
Leopard
Threats to Leopards
Leopards are primarily threatened by the fur trade and human encroachment on their habitat.
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Fast Facts
Size: Leopards are 1.5 to 2.6 feet tall at the shoulder. They are 3 to 6 feet long, with a tail that is 2 to 3.5 feet long.
Weight: Males weigh between 82 and 200 pounds, females are slightly smaller.
Lifespan: Up to 20 years.
Range Map
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Endangered Species Act:
Endangered
IUCN Red List:
Near Threatened
CITES:
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