The Geoffroy's cat is probably the most common wild cat in South America. It is about the size of a domestic cat. Their fur has black spots, but the background color varies from region to region; in the north, a brownish yellow coat is most common. Farther south, their coats are grayish.

The Geoffroy's cat primarily preys on rodents, small lizards, insects, and occasionally frogs and fish; they are at the top of the food chain. Although they appear to be plentiful, some conservationists are concerned because the Geoffroy's cat is hunted extensively for its pelt.

The species inhabits the Andes, Pampas (scrubby forest parts), and Gran Chaco landscape.

References

• Database entry includes justification for why this species is near threatened

Felines | Wildlife of South America | Fauna of Bolivia | Fauna of Chile | Fauna of Peru | Fauna of Uruguay | Fauna of Paraguay | Argentine fauna

Котка на Жофроа | Kleinfleckkatze | Oncifeliso salmarĉa | Geoffroykat | Kot argentyński | Vuorikissa | Geoffroy kedisi