Colocolo, a name given primarily to a wildcat species native to South America, has several synonyms that some people may find easier to use or remember. The scientific name for Colocolo is Leopardus colocolo, which can be broken down into Leopardus, meaning "small leopard," and colocolo, which some experts believe is either an indigenous name for the species or refers to the noise the cat makes. Some synonyms for Colocolo include Puma pardoides, Oncifelis colocolo, and Felis maccarthii. These synonyms may be useful for researchers, students, or wildlife enthusiasts who are interested in learning more about different members of the feline family.