Two Amur Leopard Cubs Born in UK; Global Count Remains Under 130

The 13-year-old leopard Kristen delivered her cubs last week and is now spending all her time caring for her newborns. These babies are just the second and third Amur leopards to be born anywhere in the world this year. In the wild, the population has dwindled to below 100 individuals in the woodland regions of Russia and China, making Amur leopards the most endangered big cat species globally. Data indicates that merely six additional Amur leopard births were recorded worldwide during the previous 12 months. “The two new cubs are significant symbols of hope for the species, especially so soon … Continue reading Two Amur Leopard Cubs Born in UK; Global Count Remains Under 130