All wild cats, all over the world.

Big cat and small wild cat education, conservation & advocacy.

history of wild cats

Learn about the different species of wild cats, including their origins, history, habitat and behavior.

Find out about wild cat conservation efforts across the planet.

Big Cats

Lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars are some of the biggest and most powerful cats in the world. Learn how they live, hunt, and survive in the wild.

Small Wild Cats

Did you know that small wild cats make up 80% of all wild cat species? From the elusive sand cat to the secretive black-footed cat, they help maintain healthy and balanced ecosystems.

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Small Wild Cats

Small wild cats are the smaller and medium-sized members of the cat family. While there is no exact cutoff, they ...
Th European wildcat - the small wild cat list

Small Wild Cats List

Most of the world’s wild cats are not lions or tigers—they are small, elusive hunters that live quietly across nearly ...

Wild Cats in History and Culture

Wild cats have been a big part of human history and culture for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians worshipped cats and even believed they had magical powers, often showing them in their artwork and stories. In many cultures, wild cats appear in myths and folklore, sometimes as fierce warriors, clever tricksters, or guardians of the natural world. Discover how different cultures see these amazing creatures and why they are so important.

 

history of lions

History of Lions

Lions belong to the Panthera genus, a group of big cats that also includes tigers, leopards, jaguars, and snow leopards ...
lions in culture - medici lions

Lions in Culture

Lions in culture typically represent strength, power, courage and nobility. They appear widely on religious artifacts, national flags, paintings, and ...
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