Amur leopard cat, Russia Feb. 9, 2026

Amur leopard cat, Russia

The leopard cat is a small wild cat found across South, Southeast, and East Asia. Similar in size to a house cat but longer-legged and slenderer, it generally measures 38–76 centimetres long, with a tail about 18–30 centimetres. Depending on the region, adults weigh roughly 0.5–7 kilograms. Their appearance varies widely: southern individuals tend to have warm golden coats, while those farther north often have pale grey fur that thickens for winter.

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