Fun Facts About Ocelots
The ocelot’s appearance is similar to that of the domestic cat. Its fur resembles that of a Clouded Leopard or Jaguar. These guys receive many names and some are: McKenney’s Wildcat, Jaguatirica, Jaguarete, Tigrillo, Cunaguaro, or Manigordo (in Costa Rica and Panama). It has a tawny to reddish brown coat marked with black spots and rosettes. The fur is short, and lighter beneath. There are two black lines on either side of its face and has a black-banded tail. There is a single white spot on the back of each of its ears.
