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Geoffroy's cat is a small wild cat species found in South America that inhabits diverse environments ranging from forests to grasslands. This species is significant to ecosystems as a predator and has become an important subject for wildlife researchers studying cat behavior and conservation in the region.
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Species
Least ConcernGENUS
- KingdomAnimalia
- PhylumChordata
- ClassAves
- OrderPsittaciformes
- FamilyPsittacidae
Maximum longevity: 23 years (captivity) Observations: A wild born couple taken to Rotterdam Zoo was both about 23 years old when they died (Richard Weigl 2005).
via GBIF · IUCN
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Geoffroy's cat (Leopardus geoffroyi) is a small wild cat native to the southern and central regions of South America. It is around the size of a domestic cat. It is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List due to it being widespread and abundant over its range.
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