Wildlife Biologist Confirms Ocelot Kitten is Female

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Wildlife Biologist Confirms Ocelot Kitten is Female

Rio Hondo, Texas - An ocelot kitten was first discovered in early March after U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's wildlife biologists reviewed images from trail cameras. After a recent examination, the biologists confirmed that the kitten is approximately 10-12 months old, and is a healthy female. The kitten is now fitted with a small radio collar and her movements will be tracked as part of the ongoing monitoring of ocelots in and around the refuge. The exciting discovery of this kitten brings the number of female ocelots to five. Biologists are hopeful the population will continue to increase over the next several years.

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