Working towards the protection and conservation of Africa's endangered wildlife and their habitats.
On-the-ground facilitator and operator of volunteer projects throughout Africa, including lion conservation.
Promotes the long-term sustainability of healthy wildlife populations via research and educational partnerships.
Works to ensure the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever; habitat protection, anti-trafficking campaigns
Dedicated to preserving Alaska's wildlife through conservation, education, and quality animal care.
To ensure viable populations of African lions are maintained as an integral part of functional ecosystems.
An organization created by the Russian Geographical Society.
Coordinated action in South America for the conservation of the Andean cat and its habitat.
The dissemination of information necessary for a change of consciousness that allows peaceful coexistence between humans and nonhumans; protection of animal rights.
Working globally for the protection of animals.
"...The Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) condemns violence directed against all living creatures. There are no exceptions..."
Committed to protecting and preserving the Arabian leopard from extinction
Non-profit Guatamalan organization formed by citizens to improve the chances of survival and conservation of endangered species, including the jaguar.
Internet-based endangered species education.
Large scale research, education and conservation program for pumas in and around the San Francisco Bay Area.
UNITED STATES (NORTH AMERICA)
UK organization for and on behalf of registered Wildlife Rescue Shelters and Charities in the UK and overseas.
South African wildlife education and research center with a focus on leopards.
Based in Switzerland, a border cats research and conservation group with a focus on the U.S. jaguar, jaguarundi and ocelot.
The Born Free Foundation is a dynamic international wildlife charity, devoted to compassionate conservation and animal welfare. Born Free takes action worldwide to protect threatened species and stop individual animal suffering.
Conservation of the Sunda clouded leopard and other threatened members of the Bornean felid guild.
A mutli-site research program in collaboration with Sabah Wildlife Department and WildCRU, Oxford University.
Research and strategies for the conservation of wild cat species in Central Kalimantan Province, Borneo.
An independent organisation which takes a critical look at the world of nature conservation.
a UK Network of people whose aim is to research, study and analyse the presence of Big Cats throughout Britain.
A consortium of conservation organizations and scientists dedicated to the conservation of wildlife populations threatened by commercial hunting for sale as meat.
We are addressing this key global challenge with clarity of vision and strategic direction alongside an excellence in execution that will lead to transformative outcomes.
The protection of Canada's wildlife and species habitat.
International wildlife conservation organization. Care for the Wild International (CWI) works with the Wildlife Friends Foundation of Thailand (WFFT) to care for the rescued tiger, Meow. and the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre in Cambodia.
Our main objectives are to monitor, conserve and restore the balance between the wildlife of Malawi, its ecology and environment.
Resources and literature database about carnivores for scientists and conservationists.
Nonprofit wildlife sanctuary whose mission is saving and protecting wildcats in captivity and in the wild.
CAT was created in 1995 to conserve the world’s 36 species of wild cat.
Creates public awareness of the plight of the small cats through research and education.
Washington State zoological park promoting the preservation of endangered species in general, with a specific focus on the endangered & exotic cats.
Rangewide conservation planning for cheetah and African wild dog.
Wildlife Conservation Network - Preserve the nation's cheetah population through scientific research, community outreach and education, working with rural communities to promote coexistence with Botswana's rich diversity of predator species.
Worldwide conservation of cheetahs and their ecosystem.
The Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF)was founded in 1990 by Dr. Laurie Marker. As Namibia has the largest and healthiest population of cheetahs left in the world, CCF's International Research and Education Centre is based in Namibia, near Otjiwarongo. CCF works to:
•create and manage long-term conservation strategies for the cheetah throughout their range
•develop and implement better livestock management practices, eliminating the need for ranchers to kill so many cheetah
•conduct conservation education programs for local villagers, ranchers and school children
•continue intensive scientific research in cheetah genetics, biology and species survival
An education and community-based program to raise awareness on the plight of the Southern African cheetah and to campaign for its survival.
An American-based organization engaged in field research, education and conservation of Southeast Asia's clouded leopard.
A dynamic community of people committed to the wild future of Patagonia and the creation of national parks that protect and restore wildlands and biodiversity.
We are an informal group of conservationists interested in having a positive impact on conservation issues in Asia. Through this website and on-the-ground projects, we emphasize the importance of communication and collaboration in solving the complex cons
Enbale wildlife and nature conservation by providing reliable information and the tools needed to campaign effectively.
Conservation through innovative approaches, science, partnerships and field work.
Conservation Northwest protects wildlife, forests and wild areas from the Washington Coast through the Cascades Mountains to the British Columbia Rockies with a focus on larger predators, including the lynx and cougar.
A partnership between the Iranian Department of Enviornment and U.N. Development Programme to safeguard the last remaining, critically endanged Asiatic cheetah.
Protect the cougar throughout the Americas through education, funding, promoting the use of sound science and monitoring state policies.
Facilitating the recovery of the cougar in suitable wild habitat east of the Rocky Mountains.
Contributes new knowledge toward improving the management and conservation of our natural environment; wildlife focus areas include the cougar.
DSWF is an effective wildlife conservation charity funding key projects in Africa and Asia, including lions and tigers.
Dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities.
Namibia desert lion research and conservation.
Representing national and local organizations around the country, Earthjustice's legal victories ensure that our wildlife, waterways, and public lands are preserved—not just for this generation, but for those yet to come.
Earth Law Center is a “think, share and do” organization that promotes the intrinsic value, interdependence, and legal rights of all Earth’s inhabitants and ecosystems.
A non-profit organisation, founded in Johannesburg, South Africa, in 1988, that seeks a better life for all people without exploiting other people or degrading their environment; animal action campaign.
Protecting endangered, rare and threatened species.
In Africa, we are part-of and coordinating the newly created African golden cat Conservation Alliance and Working Group (AGCCA & WG). The role of the AGCCA & WG is to expand and oversee the conservation of the African golden cat across the species range.
Florida-based organization that provides a permanent home for unwanted or abused animals, including cougars, lions and leopards.
The Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) is an independent campaigning organisation committed to bringing about change that protects the natural world from environmental crime and abuse. Our vision is a future where humanity respects, protects and ce
The Ewaso Lions Project promotes coexistence between people and large carnivores in northern Kenya through scientific study and community outreach.
Advances the conservation of the world’s 37 felidae species and their habitats through a combination of pioneering research, compelling education and state-of-the-art technology.
UNITED STATES (NORTH AMERICA)
A non-profit, non-governmental organization that consists of wild feline managers, educators, conservationists, researchers, and all those who support the mission of feline conservation.
To promote the long-term survival of fishing cats in the wild through public education, capacity building, and community based research and conservation.
We change the game for wild fishing cat populations and ensure their survival.
An education site devoted to the Florida panther with learning activities for children.
Preservation of Florida’s unique ecosystem by protecting the endangered Florida Panther, while promoting economic development of Southwest Florida.
A broad coalition of leading conservation organizations and small and large farmers and ranchers in Eastern Collier County who are committed to setting the endangered Florida panther on a path to recovery.
Since the FVA was commissioned to monitor lynx in 2004, there have been 185 confirmed sightings of lynx (telemetry data is not included here).
California sanctuary that rescues and rehabilitates captive-bred exotic animals, including wild cats.
The Foundation for the Protection of the Arabian Leopard in Yemen is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring a “sustainably managed population of wild Arabian leopards.
Promotes a better understanding and appreciation of the the National Wildlife Refuge System and the Florida Panther National Wildlife Refuge
To celebrate Geoffroy's Cats by sharing knowledgable information and continue efforts to ensure the future of these small cats.
Dedicated to the protection, preservation, and management of cultural and natural parks and reserves through research and education.
Forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, India; protection of the Asiatic lion
A global alliance of governments, international organizations, civil society, the conservation and scientific community, and the private sector committed to working together toward a common agenda to save wild tigers from extinction.
Launched in 2008 by founding partners the World Bank, Global Environment Facility, Smithsonian Institution, Save the Tiger Fund, and International Tiger Coalition (representing more than 40 non-government organizations), the GTI is led by the 13 tiger range countries (TRCs).
GVI offers over 100 different volunteer abroad projects in 25 countries all over the world. You can volunteer abroad and play a crucial role in a wide range of conservation, education and community projects in Africa, South America, Asia, Europe and Centr
The Global White Lion Protection Trust was established in 2002 by researcher and environmentalist, Linda Tucker, for the specific purposes of protecting the White Lions; their endemic habitat; and their cultural heritage in perpetuity.
Founded on a strong scientific base with a focus on protecting the world's threatened wildlife and habitats.
The Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, India. Our goal is to conserve the Asiatic Lion and its habitat for its long term survival there by retrieving it from the list of endangered species.
The organization's goal is to "conserve the Asiatic lion and its habitat for its long term survial..."
Dedicated to the protection and conservation of the Scottish wildcat.
Dedicated towards conservation of Tigers and Biodiversity of protected areas.
The rescue of individual animals, protection of entire populations and preservation of precious habitat; securing habitats for tigers, stopping poachers and ending tiger trade.
A 100% volunteer organization specializing in small wild cat conservation with an extensive online database of wild cat information.
Helps the world find pragmatic solutions to our most pressing environment and development challenges
Non-governmental, non-profitable organization in order to save the biodiversity with the Asiatic cheetah as flagship species which is left only in Iran.
Advancing the understanding and conservation of the world’s 36 wild living cat species.
"...The IUCN/SSC Cat Specialist Group brings together more than 200 of the world’s leading cat experts, including scientists, wildlife managers and conservationists from 50 countries who are dedicated to advancing the understanding and conservation of the world’s 36 wild living cat species...The Cat Specialist Group is active in many of its own initiatives as well, focusing on the development of tools for the assessment of the species’ status, for the compilation and distribution of intelligence and for supporting the work of its members..."
The African Lion Working Group (ALWG) is dedicated to all aspects of conservation, research, and management of free-ranging lion populations in Africa.
A list of threatened species around the world, including taxonomy, assessment information and geographic range.
Small carnivore research and conservation.
Promotes the conservation of the jaguar, its natural prey and habitat throughout the species’ geographical range, as well as its peaceful coexistence with man, through research & conservation strategies.
A portal for information and collaboration between jaguar researchers, conservationists, and people affected by jaguar predation on livestock.
Supports the conservation of wildcats in Panama.
Programs supporting the field activities for conservation of tigers, Iriomote cat and elephants in their habitat.
Kids for Tigers was launched by Sanctuary Asia magazine in the year 2000 as an environmental education programme for schools across India.
Research, monitoring and reintroduction of the Eurasian lynx in Switzerland.
Establishment and strengthening of a network for large carnivore conservation in the region, while practicing human-carnivore-conflict mitigation
We are a network of experts working on the conservation, monitoring and management of the Carpathian lynx.
The Lion Conservation Fund (LCF) supports projects that esatblish the distribution and abundance of African lions in areas of great global conservation importance.
A program that recruits and trains Maasai warrirors to protect lions.
The Lion Recovery Fund funds game-changing conservation actions by the most effective, vetted partners who work collaboratively to bring lions back.
LionAid is dedicated to the conservation of lions, including raising awareness on endangered African lions.
Living with Lions is a conservation research group of seven scientists and 34 Maasai warriors working in nonprotected areas of Kenya to save the remaining wild lions and other predators outside National Parks.
The Mauritian Wildlife Foundation (MWF) is the only non-governmental organization (NGO) in Mauritius to be exclusively concerned with the conservation and preservation of the nation's endangered plant and animal species.
Engage in strong partnerships to conserve biodiversity for future generations.
California-based organization protecting mountain lions and their habitat.
National Geographic's Big Cat Initiative now transitioning to the Great Plains Big Cat Initiative
Protecting and enhancing America's National Parks for present and future generations.
UNITED STATES (NORTH AMERICA)
The project’s goal is to sensitize communities of buffer zone and people living in the edge of national forests to conserve Rusty spotted cat and their habitats.
Mozambique’s Niassa National Reserve is home to one of only five healthy lion populations left on the continent.
Protecting the world's northernmost jaguars.
UNITED STATES MEXICO (NORTH AMERICA)
Multiple academic and government partners studying the Canada lynx.
Small wild cats conservation in western Mexico - ocelots, margays, jaguarundis and bobcats.
MEXICO (NORTH AMERICA)
Committed to the preservation of the Osa Peninsula's biodiversity and wild cat conservation.
Provides support for the people and wildlife of Zambia (lion research and the elimination of meat poaching) as well as working for grizzly bear conservation in the northwestern US.
Organized by the Siberian Environmental Center (Novosibirsk) to support and develop initiatives dedicated to the study and conservation of the Pallas' cat.
The Jaguar Conservation Project - conservation campaigns and strategies
Panthera focuses its conservation efforts on imperiled cats, including tigers, lions, jaguars, snow leopards, pumas and cheetahs.
The Partnership for Action Against Wildlife Crime UK (PAW UK) aims to reduce wildlife crime through effective and targeted enforcement, better regulation and improved awareness.
Helping to ensure a future for many endangered species throughout the world.
Our mission is to conserve the exceptionally rich fauna and flora of the Russian Far East, the only region where Amur tigers and leopards survive in the wild.
A registered U.K. charity that raises funds for African carnivore reserach and education projects.
Carnivore conservation and management; jaguar, ocelot, puma and cohabitating wildlife.
International wildlife conservation
International NGO working in conservation using felids as keystone species.
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Iberian lynx conservation organization located in Spain.
Email: lynxexsitu@lynxexsitu.es; Centro de Cría del Lince Ibérico El Acebuche, Parque Nacional de Doñana, 21760-Matalascañas (Huelva), Spain
The goal of this project is to develop a better understanding of the behavioral endocrinology of stress and reproduction in Canada lynx so that we may improve lynx management and conservation.
Connecting lynx populations across Europe" aims to bring the lynx back to the Thuringian Forest in Germany
From 2022 to 2027, the Saxon State Office for the Environment, Agriculture and Geology (LfULG) will implement the "RELynx Saxony" project.
Northwestern Mexico jaguar conservation.
Pronatura Noroeste focuses on jaguar conservation in northwestern Mexico (Sonora and Sinaloa), using camera traps, habitat restoration, and community engagement to reduce human-jaguar conflict.
The social and environmental responsibility arm of PUMA; supporter of the Massai Wilderness Conservation Trust
"...PUMA.Safe Ecology..works in cooperation with other PUMA departments to develop more sustainable product materials and cooperates with the sustainability managers in footwear, apparel and accessories to bring all of our suppliers to a greater level of sustainability...
Policy Against the Use of Exotic Skins, Feathers and Mulesed Wool:
With this policy we, PUMA SE, declare that we do not source or process raw materials from any endangered species as being defined by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, IUCN.
Our policy also prohibits using leathers, hides and/or skins from animals that have been treated inhumanely. PUMA SE does not distinguish here whether these animals are wild or farmed.
PUMA SE will not use any animal fur in its products globally.
In particular the following listed items are not being used
Furs, hides or skins from exotic animals like crocodiles, snakes, sharks or fishes
Downs and feathers that are plucked from living geese or birds
Merino wool from sources where mulesing practices are still applied, regardless of the country of origin
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Safeguarding critical rainforest habitats and wildlife.
Reintroduces jaguars into areas where they have been extirpated, such as the Iberá wetlands, aiming to restore ecosystems and promote eco-tourism.
It is our mission to demonstrate the benefits of wilder nature through the rewilding of diverse European landscapes. Project include the European and Iberian lynx.
To ensure the conservation and sustainable management of the lion in West and Central Africa.
Dedicated to promoting wild cat conservation through research and community stewardship with a focus on the mountain lion.
Launched a new organic “Fairly Traded” coffee – “Rare Find” – to help the wild cat conservation organization Panthera (www.panthera.org) protect the jaguar.
"...The Rogers Family Company –which has worked for decades with farmers to grow coffee in concert with nature – will donate 20 percent of Rare Find online sales and 10 percent of wholesale/distributor sales to
support Panthera’s jaguar conservation initiatives..."
International conservation organization for youth from the Jane Goodall Institute. "On the Edge: Hope for Animals and their World" endgangered species campaign.
The group's "Campaign for Endangered Species and Biodiversity" includes education projects and exercises for children that can be done at home.
Responsible cheetah breeding and re-wilding concepts in the form of teaching them to hunt naturally in the ideal environment is possible and has also been achieved by us.
The Rusty-spotted Cat Working Group (RSCWG) is a global network dedicated to the protection of the Rusty-spotted cat.
Saving India's tigers, including the Bengal tiger, Royal Bengal tiger, white tiger and white Bengal tiger.
SaveTheCougar.org is a privately funded effort to increase public awareness of sightings of large felines in Michigan.
A global campaign organized by the World Wildlife Fund and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Save Wild Tigers is a coaltion between three international organizations who have joined forces and are working together to end the tiger trade and protect wild tigets. We are the Born Free Foundation, the Environmental Investigation Agency and WildAid.
A project of the Sierra Club Volunteers with a focus on tiger conservation in India.
Conservation and protection of Scotland's nature, including the Scottish wildcat.
Dedicated to the protection and conservation of Britain's only remaining wild feline, the Scottish wildcat.
Part of WWF’s Jaguar 2030 Strategy, this project works in the Selva Maya (spanning Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala),
The information comes from WWF Canada’s page on jaguar conservation, which details the Selva Maya project as part of their broader Jaguar 2030 Strategy. The page specifically mentions their work in the Maya Forest and efforts to mitigate human-jaguar conflict, aligning with the project description.
Grassroots environmental organization working to create resilient habitats where plants, animals and people can survive and thrive.
Advances community-based stewardship of these endangered big cats through grassroots conservation initiatives, range-country environmental education, training of herders in wildlife monitoring, and collaborative research blending traditional knowledge and
The study and protection of the endangered snow leopard.
An international professional organization dedicated to promoting the scientific study of the phenomena that affect the maintenance, loss, and restoration of biological diversity.
A global coalition founded by the IUCN, GEF and World Bank to build the largest species conservation funding supporting on-the-ground projects worldwide.
Has funded various wild cat conservation projects involving several different species and subspecies, including the African lion, Bengal tiger, snow leopard, Sumatran tiger and tiger.
SOSLynx is an independent campaign organisation set up in 2000 to promote the conservation of the Iberian Lynx, and works at local and international levels.
T&D's is dedicated to providing a permanent safe haven for unwanted, abused and mistreated exoctic and wild animals. T&D's will accept as many of these animals as space allows.
"...T&D's will not sell, give or trade exotic animals...(and) does not condone breeding exotic or wild animals for the pet trade, private ownership or other exploitation...(we) strive to provide the best care (including diet, housing, behavioral and mental stimulation and veterinarian) for the animals."
Manages the longest-running in-depth study of a wild cheetah population, and is now estabishing a scheme for monitoring cheetah numbers across the country.
mproving natural habitats for native wild animals in Thailand, TSCWA projects research forest areas and work towards reintroducing some species that have been exploited to endangered levels.
An African breeding program designed to ensure the long term survival of the cheetah, African wild dog and other rare and endangered species.
Snare removal and education programs.
The Cape Leopard Trust aims to optimally facilitate conservation of the Cape's predator diversity through simultaneously implementing conservation strategies, research projects and tourism initiativ
Research and conservation of the Central American Oncilla Leopardus pardinoides oncilla
Dedicated to studying cougar-habitat relationships and the role of cougars in ecosystems.
A non-profit environmental education and support organization for the endangered Puma concolor coryi.
Carnivore conservation and conflict mitigation in Italy with a focus on the lynx.
International environmental and conservation group working on degraded ecosystem and habitat issues.
The study and conservation of mammals in the British Isles, including the Scottish wildcat.
The Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund provides resources for species conservation efforts and programmes globally, embodying the deep-rooted commitment of Abu Dhabi to preserve their natural heritage.
A conservation organization with a focus on protecting ecologically important lands, waters and habitats.
Advances community-bsed stewardship of the snow leopard through education, research and grassroots conservation actions.
Fighting to save the last of the Sumatran Tigers. Every penny you donate goes towards directly to active conservation,
Provides leadership, management, organizational, legal and financial support for tiger conservation and chosen related big cats rescue projects.
A campaign of the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation. Funding for "vital anti-poaching patrols, undercover investigations, educational programmes and monitoring activities central to the survival of the tiger in the wild."
Nevada-based organization supporting biodiveristy, in-situ conservation and responsible ex-situ breeding, along with work in animal husbandry and environmental education.
At the Tiger Trust, our mission is to save the tiger and preserve its natural habitat in India.
igerhomes.org is a privately-run exotic animal sanctuary that strives to stimulate a global interest in wildlife conservation, education and habitat protection via the Internet.
Dedicated to the survival of the Amur tiger and leopard in the wild.
Assits countries with poor financial resources to meet their objectives under the three major biodiversity conventions; Bornean and Clouded Leopard Project
Monitoring of lion prides in the Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, Tarangire and Selous.
Research and establishment of conservation plans and the creation of protected areas.
Walking for Lions is a (non-profit) organisation that was created for the main purpose to assist wild lions in areas where they need it.
Strives to achieve productive conservation results through the integration of its breeding programs into efforts to save those species in the wild, and by providing training and research opportunities in veterinary science and conservation biology.
We currently support small, grass-roots organizations that work directly in the field to conserve wild cat species.
Oregon sanctuary providing a safe, natural lifetime home for captive-born wildcats in need.
Interactive online map showing distribution of wild cat populaitons worldwide, including IUCN status and USFWS status.
To promote the sound management, conservation, and restoration, where necessary, of wild felids in the Western Hemisphere through science-based management and education. Our intention is to openly share knowledge and expertise by facilitating relationship
UNITED STATES (NORTH AMERICA)
International organization working to to end the illegal wildlife trade.
Protect and defends all native and non-native wildcats.
Wildcat Conservation Alliance funds wild Amur leopard and tiger conservation projects.
Promoting conservation through lifelong education, environmental regeneration, research on and protection of wildlife, sustainable income opportunities, and the application of appropriate agricultural technologies; Sub-Saharan Lion Project
Direct protection to forests and wildlife in the Southeast Asian tropical belt.
Wildlife Alliance’s Forest Protection Program (Cardamom Forest Protection) is actively working to conserve Cambodia’s vital rainforests, home to a diverse range of species, including the Asian golden cat., Also involved in Cardamom Rainforest tiger reintroduction.
Supports independent, community-based conseration efforts worldwide with a focus on protecting endangered species and preserving their natural habitats.
A Kenya and US registered charitable organization founded by African conservationist Dr Richard Leakey. Connects conservationists working on the frontlines with those who care about wildlife worldwide; Kilimanjaro Lion Conservation Project
USA organization working to ensure healthy sustainable populations of all kinds of fish and wildlife throughout the country.
U.K. organizations working to protect big cat species around the world from extinction; home of the "Big Cat Sanctuary."
"...we are an active partner in the European Endangered Species Breeding Programmes (EEP)...The WHF is also raising awareness and funding for big cat projects around the world..."
Providing support and information to government authorities to combat poaching and the escalating illegal wildlife trade, particularly in wild tigers.
Works with local communities, to save tigers through on-the ground conservation activites
BANGLADESH (INDIA)
A collaboration between the United Nations Environment Programme and WCMC, a UK-based charity. UNEP-WCMC is UNEP’s specialist biodiversity assessment arm, with a Species Programme.
Address animal cruelty issues worldwide; dedicated to ensuring animals are treated with respect and compassion; animal rescue following a disaster.
International conservation, protection and restoration of species and their habitats.
Wildlife conservation in Panama and Costa Rica with a focus on the jaguar and other wild cats.
