The Collaborative International Dictionary
Felis pardalis
Ocelot \O"ce*lot\, n. [Mexican ocelotl.] (Zo["o]l.) An American feline carnivore ( Felis pardalis). It ranges from the Southwestern United States to Patagonia. It is covered with blackish ocellated spots and blotches, which are variously arranged. The ground color varies from reddish gray to tawny yellow.