03.Sri Lanka Leopard

 


Common Name:   Diviya

Scientific Name:   Panthera pardus kotiya 

Animal Family:   Felidae

Population:   The leopard population is estimated to number around 646 individual in protected areas and 163 animals in unprotected regions.The total number is estimated to lie between 700-950 animal in sri lanka.no subpopulation is thought to be larger than 250 individuals.

Description:   The Sri lanka leopard is still found in all habitat throughout the island in both protected and unprotected areas.

Habitat:   Sri lanka leopard are native to the island of Sri lanka. They are found in a range of habitats from open savannah  to rainforest.

Foods:   small mammals,birds and reptiles, as well as larger animals.The animals also preys on sambar,barking deer,wild boar, and monkeys.




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