Ocelot

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The ocelot is a new world cat that lives in a variety of habitats.

Its coat made it a favorite target for the pet and fur trade.

There is a very small breeding population of ocelots in the lower Rio Grande valley of Texas.

They are listed as an endangered species.

© 2004 Patricia A. Michaels.