- Size: Jaguarundis are relatively small cats, with a body length of 53-77 cm (21-30 in) and a weight of 3.5-9 kg (7.7-19.8 lb). They are similar in size to large house cats or small dogs.
- Appearance: Jaguarundis have a long, slender body with short legs and a long tail. Their fur is typically a uniform reddish-brown or grayish-brown color, although melanistic (black) individuals can also occur.
- Ears: Jaguarundis have small, rounded ears that are black on the back and white on the inside.
- Eyes: Jaguarundis have large, expressive eyes that are typically amber or green in color.
Behavioral characteristics:
- Activity patterns: Jaguarundis are most active during the day, but they can also be active at night.
- Social behavior: Jaguarundis are typically solitary animals, except during mating season. They communicate with each other through vocalizations, scent marking, and body language.
- Hunting behavior: Jaguarundis are opportunistic predators that hunt a variety of small animals, including rodents, rabbits, birds, and reptiles.
- Home range: Jaguarundis have relatively small home ranges, typically ranging from 1 to 7 square kilometers (0.4 to 2.7 square miles).