Similar to the bobcat in physical proportions, the ocelot Leopardus pardalis is a medium-sized spotted wild cat native to the southwestern United States, Mexico, Central and South America. The thin tail, 10–18 inches long, is ringed or striped and is shorter than the hindlimbs. The round ears are marked with a bright white spot, in contrast with the black background. The eyes are brown, and gleam golden when exposed to light. The ocelot is active around twilight and at night and hence difficult to observe. However, it can be seen hunting in daytime as well – especially on cloudy or rainy days. The ocelot is active for 12 to 14 hours every day, and hunting is the major activity. It rests mainly during the day and in a variety of places, such as tree branches, depressions at the base of trees or under fallen trees. Nocturnality in ocelots appears to increase in areas where they face significant hunting risk.

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