Geoffroy’s cat
Geoffroy’s cat, (Oncifelis geoffroyi), South American cat of the family Felidae, found in mountainous regions, especially in Argentina. It is gray or brown with black markings and grows to a length of about 90 cm (36 inches), including a tail of about 40 cm (16 inches). Geoffroy’s cat climbs well and preys on small mammals and birds. It breeds once a year; litters consist of two or three kittens.
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Article Title:
Geoffroy’s cat
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
02 January 2018
Access Date:
February 22, 2025