8 Rare and Endangered Big Cats That Desperately Need Protection

Native to the Russian Far East, this leopard is critically endangered, with fewer than 100 individuals left in the wild.

1. Amur Leopard

Found only on the Indonesian island of Sumatra, these tigers are at risk due to habitat loss and poaching, with only around 400 left in the wild.

2. Sumatran Tiger

This small but elusive leopard is native to Indonesia's Java island, with fewer than 250 individuals remaining in the wild.

3. Javan Leopard

Living in the high mountain ranges of Central Asia, snow leopards are endangered due to poaching and habitat fragmentation, with only 4,000 to 6,000 individuals left.

4. Snow Leopard

This tiger species is found in Southeast Asia, and with fewer than 350 individuals remaining, it faces threats from poaching and habitat destruction.

5. Indochinese Tiger

Known for its distinctive cloud-like markings, this rare big cat is facing rapid habitat loss in Southeast Asia, with populations declining drastically.

6. Clouded Leopard

Although the Bengal tiger is the most numerous tiger species, its numbers are still decreasing due to poaching, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict, with an estimated 2,500 individuals remaining.

7. Bengal Tiger

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