Clouded Tiger-Cat

Leopardus pardinoides

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Mammalia · Carnivora · Felidae

About

The oncilla, also known as the northern tiger cat, little spotted cat, and tigrillo, is a small spotted cat ranging from Central America to central Brazil. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, and the population is threatened by deforestation and conversion of habitat to agricultural land.

Fun Fact

Oncillas are one of the smallest wild cats in South America, reaching a body length of 38 to 59 cm (15 to 23 in) with a 20 to 42 cm (7.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

11 years (wild)

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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