Want to know where and when to find Leopard? opspoor shows recent sightings across South Africa's parks and when each species is usually active.
Where to see Leopard in South Africa
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Recent Leopard sightings
About the Leopard
The leopard is a highly adaptable and widely distributed African wild cat recognised by its muscular build, golden coat covered with dark rosettes and long tail. It occurs in a remarkable range of habitats, including savanna, woodland, forest, mountains and semi-arid areas. Leopards are primarily nocturnal and solitary hunters, feeding on a wide variety of prey from rodents and birds to medium-sized antelope. They are powerful climbers and often drag kills into trees to protect them from competing predators and scavengers.
How to identify the Leopard
Large, muscular cat with a pale yellow to golden coat covered in black rosettes. The pattern varies considerably between individuals. Leopards have a long tail, powerful limbs and a relatively broad head.
Did you know?
Leopards are exceptionally strong climbers and can drag prey heavier than themselves into trees, protecting carcasses from competing predators and scavengers.
Guides for spotting Leopard
Also known as: Luiperd
Planning a safari? Pick a park above to see when and where to look for Leopard, and log your own sightings in opspoor, even with no signal.