Husbandry Guidelines - Clouded leopard

1 Clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) Husbandry Guidelines (originally published 2000)Disclaimer: The information provided here is a guideline and is a result of the collective experiences of a number of Clouded leopard managers. Scientific studies conducted since publication of this original document and other management practices developed since may alter these Guidelines . The Clouded leopard SSP does not support ownership of Clouded leopards by those individuals/facilities not qualified to care for them. The SSP strongly discourages ownership of Clouded leopards as pets . IntroductionThe Clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa) is a medium-sized cat found in the jungle and forested regions of Malaysia and the countries of Southeast Asia. First mentioned by Sir Stamford Raffles in the Descriptive Catalogue of a collection made in Sumatra it was given the scientific name of Felis nebulosa by Griffith in 1821. Known common names in range countries include harimau-dahan (branch or tree tiger) or mint leopard by the Chinese due to its markings being similar to mint leaves.

1 Clouded leopard (Neofelis nebulosa)Husbandry Guidelines (originally published 2000) Disclaimer: The information provided here is a guideline and is a result of the collective

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