Viral video: Leopard effortlessly climbs tree with massive prey in its mouth, watch

Who doesn't love a good wildlife video? A recent clip featuring a leopard's astonishing tree-climbing prowess has taken social media by storm, leaving viewers in awe of nature's raw power and agility.

 

 

 

 

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The video, shared on Instagram by @africansafarimag, has quickly gone viral, racking up an impressive 30,000 likes in just a week. The footage captures a breathtaking moment as a leopard effortlessly scales a tall, smooth tree trunk while carrying its prey – a fully-grown deer – in its mouth.

According to the post's caption, the clip shows the "Nkoveni Female leopard and her cub" enjoying their meal high up in the branches. In a dramatic turn of events, the cub accidentally dislodges the carcass, sending it plummeting to the ground. Without missing a beat, the mother leopard swiftly retrieves the fallen prey, hoisting it back up to safety – and out of reach of opportunistic scavengers below.

The video has sparked a flurry of amazed reactions from viewers. One commenter marveled at the big cat's "raw power," noting how it seemed to have "calculated everything before starting the ascent." Another user was stunned by the leopard's quick thinking and flawless execution, describing it as "a quick one minute of complex mental calculations."

Some viewers could hardly believe their eyes, with one exclaiming, "NO NO I can't believe it!" while others simply sat back in awe of what they called "raw power" on display.