Leopards hunt a wide variety of animals (comprising nearly 90 species in all), including antelope, wild pigs, dogs, fish, birds, monkeys, reptiles and even mice and other rodents. Leopards in India, as an example of their adaptability, have been known to prowl in cities at night looking for dogs to eat. Leopards have even been known to eat beetles and other insects. Although Leopards do not typically eat humans, they have been known to – particularly if they are unable to hunt their normal prey, such as if they have been injured.

Leopards are primarily solitary creatures and almost always live and hunt alone. However, Leopards do occasionally move together in packs of 3 or 4. Leopards typically mate all year long, and the male Leopard does not stay afterward. The female Leopard will find a safe place to give birth and raise her young, typically a cave or similarly safe place. After a few months, once the cubs are old enough, the mother will begin to bring them with her when she hunts prey. Cubs typically stay with the mother for up to 2-years.