Clouded Leopard a wild cat, it's conservation, distribution and state animal

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Clouded Leopard a wild cat, it's conservation, distribution and state animal

Clouded Leopard

General Information

Clouded leopard is a wild cat inhabiting dense forests.

It is the state animal of Meghalaya.

Key Facts

Dampa Tiger Reserve (Mizoram) has the highest population density of clouded leopards.

Distribution:

• Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Nepal, and SE Asia.

• In India, it occurs up to Valmiki TR in Bihar.

Conservation Status

IUCN: Vulnerable

CITES: Appendix I

Wildlife Protection Act: Schedule I