Jaguars
* Central and South America: Jaguars are found in a wide range of habitats throughout Central and South America, from the Amazon rainforest to the Pantanal wetlands. Their range stretches from Mexico in the north to Argentina in the south.
Leopards
* Africa: Leopards are found throughout sub-Saharan Africa, with a diverse range of habitats including forests, grasslands, savannas, and mountainous areas.
* Asia: Leopards are also found in parts of Asia, including:
* India: The Indian subcontinent is home to a significant population of leopards.
* Southeast Asia: Leopards occur in countries like China, Nepal, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
* Central Asia: Some leopard subspecies are found in areas like Russia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan.
Important Notes:
* Habitat Loss: Both jaguars and leopards are facing challenges due to habitat loss, poaching, and human conflict.
* Subspecies: There are several recognized subspecies of both jaguars and leopards, each with its own unique geographic distribution.
* Overlapping Ranges: The ranges of jaguars and leopards do not overlap significantly. However, there are some areas where their distributions might intersect, particularly in Southeast Asia where leopards are found and jaguars have been introduced.
Let me know if you'd like more information on a specific aspect of their geographic ranges.