Indian Leopard

The Indian leopard (Panthera pardus fusca) is a subspecies of leopard found mainly in India and surrounding South Asian regions. It is a medium-sized big cat with a sturdy build, golden-yellow fur, and distinctive black rosette patterns that provide excellent camouflage in dense forests and grasslands. These predators are highly adaptable, living in various habitats including forests, mountains, and urban edges. They are solitary, elusive, and primarily hunt small to medium-sized mammals and birds. Indian leopards play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance by controlling prey populations. They are protected under Indian wildlife laws due to their importance and declining numbers.