Pantanal Cat

Leopardus braccatus

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Carnivora · Felidae

About

The Pantanal cat is a Pampas cat subspecies, a small wild cat native to South America. It is named after the Pantanal wetlands in central South America, where it inhabits mainly grassland, shrubland, savannas and deciduous forests.

Fun Fact

It is named after the Pantanal wetlands in central South America, where it inhabits mainly grassland, shrubland, savannas and deciduous forests.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on small mammals such as cavies, ground-dwelling birds, small lizards, and snakes.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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