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    Geoffroy’s cat

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    Small but mighty, this cat is a stealthy predator that swims, climbs and hunts with sass and style

    Matthew Wells

    This wild feline is known for its distinctive coat, which features a pattern of black spots and stripes that helps it blend seamlessly into its natural surroundings. What sets this cat apart from other felines is its ability to swim, allowing it to hunt for prey in rivers and streams.

    But don’t be fooled by its size; the Geoffroy’s Cat is a fierce predator that can take down prey twice its size. With its sharp claws and agile movements, this cat is a force to be reckoned with. It can be found in various habitats, from the deserts of Argentina to the rainforests of Brazil, proving that size doesn’t matter when it comes to survival in the wild.

    Distribution

    Country
    Population est.
    Status
    Year
    Comments
    Argentina
    2014
    Bolivia
    2014
    Brazil
    2014
    Chile
    2014
    Paraguay
    2014
    Uruguay
    2014

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    Terrestrial / Aquatic

    Altricial / Precocial

    Polygamous / Monogamous

    Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic

    Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal

    Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd

    Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore

    Migratory: Yes / No

    Domesticated: Yes / No

    Dangerous: Yes / No

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    Least Concern(IUCN)
    World Population
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    Threats

    Habitat destruction / Climate change / Freshwater pollution / Marine pollution / Deforestation / Farming / Fishing practices / Poaching & wildlife trade / Invasive species / Parasites & diseases / Noise pollution / Light pollution

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    Scientific name: Leopardus geoffroyi Number of subspecies: 5 Name of subspecies:

    L. g. euxanthus
    L. g. geoffroyi
    L. g. leucobaptus
    L. g. paraguae
    L. g. salinarum

    Physical traits

    Length: 60 cm (24 in) Weight: 2 – 5 kg (4 – 11 pounds) Lifespan: 18 years Gestation: 72 – 78 days Offspring: 1 – 3 kittens
    Habitats: Forest Shrubland Savannah/Grassland
    Regions: South America
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