Leopard Cat

The continental Asian leopard cat, a commonly encountered wild feline, boasts an expansive range, spanning from the Far East of Russia to China and Pakistan. Often found amidst oil palm and sugarcane plantations, this medium-sized wildcat stands out with its spotted coat and large paws, facilitating agile climbing. Elusive and rarely spotted in the wild, leopard cats prefer the moist evergreen tropical forests of Thailand. As primarily nocturnal hunters, they target small mammals and birds, occasionally capturing larger prey such as deer and wild boar. The leopard cat plays a vital role in Thailand's ecosystem, emphasizing the need for its conservation.