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Margays

Margays are Costa Rica's second-smallest wildcat, weighing up to 9 pounds. Often confused with the smaller oncilla or larger ocelot, margays have large brown eyes, a broad muzzle, long tail and a reddish-brown coat with distinctive spots and stripes.

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Quick Facts

  • Scientific Name: Leopardus wiedii
  • Status in the Wild: Threatened
  • Habitat: Cloud Forests, Rainforests, Tropical Dry Forests, Woodlands
  • Diet: Omnivore

margay profile view selva reserve carillo
margay front view selva reserve carillo

Last updated: Nov 1, 2023