The leopard print is quite distinctive and has rosettes (rather than spots as they are most commonly called). There are variations in the color of the coats and the shape of the rosettes depending on the habitat of the leopard.
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Showing posts with label big cats. Show all posts
22 February 2013
Leopards and Their Spots
Leopards are one of the four big cats along with lions, tigers and jaguars and is the smallest cat within this group. Leopards are known for their agility and strength, including the ability to climb trees even when they are carrying the carcass of their latest kill. Leopards are incredibly fast animals and can reach speeds of almost 60 kilometers and hour.
The leopard print is quite distinctive and has rosettes (rather than spots as they are most commonly called). There are variations in the color of the coats and the shape of the rosettes depending on the habitat of the leopard.
The leopard print is quite distinctive and has rosettes (rather than spots as they are most commonly called). There are variations in the color of the coats and the shape of the rosettes depending on the habitat of the leopard.
17 February 2013
L is for Lots of Lions
The lion - the majestic king of the jungle - to be admired and revered. A symbol of strength and bravery and has been a popular symbol for royalty throughout human history.
Lions are one of the most iconic animals, found in both Africa and Asia. Male lions have their distinctive manes, which give them their majestic appearance. Generally, the healthier the lion, the darker and denser the mane and research shows that the lioness will choose a mate with the darkest and thickest mane.
Lions are very social creatures and generally live in prides - which consists of approximately 5 or 6 related females and their cubs with one or two males. The male cubs must leave the maternal pride once they reach puberty and become nomads. They may remain nomads or may join another pride. Males may sway between being a member of a pride or a nomad a number of times.
Lions are one of the favorite animals for children and adults - Lions have been depicted in artwork through hundreds, and even thousands, of years. Even now, they are part of our popular culture in cartoons and animations. They really are so cute!
Lions are one of the most iconic animals, found in both Africa and Asia. Male lions have their distinctive manes, which give them their majestic appearance. Generally, the healthier the lion, the darker and denser the mane and research shows that the lioness will choose a mate with the darkest and thickest mane.
Lions are very social creatures and generally live in prides - which consists of approximately 5 or 6 related females and their cubs with one or two males. The male cubs must leave the maternal pride once they reach puberty and become nomads. They may remain nomads or may join another pride. Males may sway between being a member of a pride or a nomad a number of times.
Lions are one of the favorite animals for children and adults - Lions have been depicted in artwork through hundreds, and even thousands, of years. Even now, they are part of our popular culture in cartoons and animations. They really are so cute!
02 February 2013
Jaguar Beauty
The jaguar is the third biggest cat in the world, following only the tiger and lion in the size stakes and is the largest in the western hemisphere. It can be found from the southern United States, Central America and parts of South America, including Paraguay and Argentina.
While most jaguars have spots, similar to that of the leopard, approximately 6% of the jaguar population are mostly black, which is known as colour morphism, but their spots are still visible up close.
While most jaguars have spots, similar to that of the leopard, approximately 6% of the jaguar population are mostly black, which is known as colour morphism, but their spots are still visible up close.
26 June 2011
Relaxing Cheetahs
Cheetahs are incredibly fast animals and are known to be fastest land animal, reaching up to 120 km per hour in short bursts up to 500 m. They can reach 100 km per hour in a mere three seconds. Achieving these amazing speeds, it's no wonder that they enjoy some time lazing around in the shade, or enjoying the sunshine.
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