Sunda Clouded Leopard
Neofelis diardi
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedMammalia · Carnivora · Felidae
About
The Sunda clouded leopard is a medium-sized wild cat native to Borneo and Sumatra. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List since 2015, as the total effective population probably consists of fewer than 10,000 mature individuals, with a decreasing population trend. On both Sunda Islands, it is threatened by deforestation. It was classified as a separate species, distinct from its close relative, the clouded leopard in mainland Southeast Asia based on a study in 2006. Its fur is darker with a smaller cloud pattern.
Fun Fact
The Sunda clouded leopard was only recognised as a separate species from the mainland clouded leopard in 2006, after DNA analysis revealed they diverged over a million years ago.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Tropical rainforests
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
11-17 years
Threats
- Wildfire
- Illegal Logging
- Deforestation