Fact Sheet
Leopard
What Defenders Is Doing to Help Leopards
Defenders is working to pass legislation that would help conserve 15 species of great cats and rare canines that exist outside the United States.
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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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