Leopard

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Cover; Leopard; Imprint Page; Contents; Introduction; 1. Ancient Leopards; 2. Tribal Leopards; 3. Leopard Cults; 4. Leopard Hunting; 5. Leopard Attacks; 6. Symbolic Leopards; 7. Decorative Leopards; 8. Leopards in Art; 9. Circus Leopards; 10. Tame Leopards; 11. Wild Leopards; 12. Leopard Conservation; Timeline; Appendix 1: Classification; Appendix 2: Other Leopards; Appendix 3: Filmography; References; Select Bibliography; Associations and Websites; Photo Acknowledgements; Index.The sleek, spotted leopard may be the smallest of the big cats, but its ferocity and solitary style makes lions and tigers seem puny in comparison. Lacking the social mentality of other animals, the leopard is stealthy and selfish, ambushing its prey and carrying it high into a tree where it can dine alone. Humans call leopards the "perfect predator."" In Leopard, renowned zoologist Desmond Morris seeks to show all sides of the cat, delving into the fascinating history of these incredible animals. Morris examines the leopard's athletic elegance, predatory skill, wary shyness, and cunning intel.