Description: Coat: Light brown with very dark stripes and blotches, underparts lighter. White line above each eye.
Size: Head and body length 40-55cm, tail length 25-40cm.
Weight: 2-3.5kg.
Senses: Good at climbing.
Habitat: Forest.
Range:
Distribution: Costa Rica to N Argentina.
Status: Lower risk.
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Prey: Small mammals, birds, lizards and large insects.
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Breeding:
Gestation: 74 days.
Litter Size: 1-2 young per litter.
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