Leopards are solitary animals, the male only associating with female when she is in season. The Leopard is active by day and night, but where hunted, it remains very secretive and nocturnal.

Leopards are traditionally one of the most dangerous of the wild cats. Its sense of hearing is exceptional. Whereas the cheetah hunts by speed, the leopard catches its prey by careful, stealthy stalking. The leopard sleeps in trees and among rocks and can be seen in all National Parks and game reserves.