Their distribution in Africa includes sub-Saharan Africa, except for the central Congo Basin and the drier regions of the Southern Horn and the Sahara Desert. In Asia, they are found in the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and China to Siberia.
Leopards are found in a wide range of habitats, including savannas, forests, rainforests, and mountainous regions. They are often found near rivers or other sources of water, and they prefer areas with dense vegetation that provide cover.