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Difference between tiger and leopard
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Difference Between Tiger and Leopard
- Scientific Name
Tiger: Tigers’ scientific name is Panthera tigris.
Leopard: Leopard’s scientific name is Panthera pardus.
- Size of an Average Animal
Tiger: Tigers are the biggest of all big cats. They are about 9-11 ft long and about 300 kg weight.
Leopard: Leopards are the smallest of all big cats. They are about 4-7 ft long and about 90 kg weight.
- Coat Characteristics
Tiger: Tigers have an orange coat with black stripes.
Leopard: Leopards have a yellowish brown or gold coat with black spots.
- Number of Subspecies
Tiger: There are 6 subspecies.
Leopard: There are 7 subspecies.
- Distribution
Tiger: Tigers are native to east and southern Asia.
Leopard: Leopards are native to sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia.
- Habitat/s
Tiger: Tigers live in dense forests.
Leopard: Tigers live in forests, grasslands, mountains and deserts.
- Conservation Status
Tiger: Tigers are endangered.
Leopard: Leopards are near threatened.
- Body Type
Tiger: Tigers have a large, muscular body.
Leopard: Leopards have a slender body.