The tree climbing talents of the clouded rival that of the Margay, running down trees head-first and climbing branches horizontally with its back towards the ground, and even hangs upside down by its hind legs. They are also quite adept at swimming and readily take to water.

Can clouded leopards swim?

The canine teeth of the clouded leopard are the longest, relative to body size, of any feline. Clouded leopards are good swimmers and may have populated small islands off Vietnam and Borneo in this way.

Do leopards like water?

All can live without drinking water for as long as 10 days, getting the moisture they need from their food. ... Unlike most cats, leopards are strong swimmers and are one of the few cats that like water, although they are not as aquatic as tigers.