Leopard in the Lens

Smallest of the 4 Big cats, the Leopard is an elusive cat.The leopard is an agile and stealthy predator.
 Although smaller than other members of the Panthera genus, the leopard is still able to take large prey given its massive skull that facilitates powerful jaw muscles.






Shot this fellow in Mudhumalai Range. He was hiding behind the bushes just 20 feet away from the jeep. He stayed there still for a good 3-4 minutes, after which he gave a good dash and went into the bushes. He was a fully grown male, about 55-60 kilos.  their average life expectancy in the wild is about 9 years.

His piercing look!