If you’ve wanted to try drawing a cute jungle cat, this tutorial will show you how to draw a chibi jaguar in 17 steps. The simplified proportions, big eyes, and round body make this design appealing and easy to follow. The complexity is low to medium, making it accessible to both beginners and those who want to practice chibi-style animals.
Main Features of the Chibi Jaguar
- Head: Large and rounded with big circular eyes and a small muzzle.
- Spots: Bold jaguar markings scattered across the head, body, and tail.
- Ears: Short, rounded ears with darkened tips.
- Body: Small and compact, with simplified chibi proportions.
- Paws: Rounded paws with soft shapes, making the design look playful.
- Tail: Curved tail with spotted details, balancing the composition.
Once you finish this drawing, you can also try sketching other chibi animals such as a chibi rhino, cougar, or leopard to build a cute animal collection.
Step Colors for the Guide
- Red Color: New lines to focus on for the current step.
- Black Color: Lines drawn in earlier steps.
- Grey Color: Base sketch lines used for proportions.

















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