These guys have thicker fur than most of the leopards that you are familiar with, which includes Indian and African Leopards. Their fur tends to be paler in color as well, with the rosettes (the spots) more widely placed and larger than other leopards as well.
Females first breed when they are usually around 3-4 years old, and they are pregnant for about 12 weeks. Litters can contain 1-4 cubs,with an average of 2. Cubs will stay with their mother for 2 years before leaving, to make sure that they learn all that they can about survival. Captive animals have shown that there is a peak breeding season, with most births occurring in late spring or early summer.
In the wild, these guys live about 10-15 years, but can live to be up to 20 in captivity. They can weigh between 70 lbs. and 110 lbs. For a short period of time, they can run up to 37 mph, and jump up to 20 feet high!
They usually eat rodents and boar, but will also go after deer if the opportunity reveals itself. While there are about 300 specimens in captivity, there are only 57 left in the wild. This doesn't bode well for this species. However, there are plans underway to release some into the wild.
Most of their eyes are usually a light blue-green color, which in my opinion is gorgeous! Plus, up to 13 international organizations have joined together to try and save this species from extinction. Some of them include the WWF and ICUN Red List.
Sources:
- http://www.altaconservation.org/amur-leopard/amur-leopard-factfile/
- http://www.auduboninstitute.org/animals/asian-domain/amur-leopard-1951
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